Discover Sunderland
Sunderland is a coastal city on the River Wear in Tyne and Wear, with a shipbuilding and glassmaking past and a modern advanced manufacturing economy. The electric vehicle and battery gigafactory work nearby has drawn fresh investment into the area. The city centre sits close to the riverside and the seafront at Roker and Seaburn, and the University of Sunderland has campuses on both banks of the Wear. People need to be in Sunderland for manufacturing and gigafactory related projects, port and riverside regeneration, and work across the wider North East. Surrounding areas include the city centre, Roker, Seaburn, Washington and the surrounding Wearside area. For getting around, Sunderland is served by the Tyne and Wear Metro, reaching Newcastle in around forty minutes, and sits close to the A19. WJO Property sources fully furnished accommodation around Sunderland with one point of contact.
Transport
Sunderland station: Mainline and Metro station in the city centre.
Tyne and Wear Metro: Light rail linking Sunderland with Newcastle and the airport.
A19: Main road running past the city towards Tyneside and Teesside.
A1231: Road linking the city with Washington and the A1.
Port of Sunderland: Working port on the River Wear.
Sunderland: Landmarks and Local Highlights
Stadium of Light: Home ground of Sunderland AFC.
Roker Pier and Lighthouse: Historic pier and lighthouse on the seafront.
Sunderland Museum and Winter Gardens: Museum and indoor garden in the centre.
National Glass Centre: Glassmaking visitor centre on the Wear.
Penshaw Monument: Hilltop monument visible across the region.
Seaburn Beach: Sandy beach north of Roker.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which areas around Sunderland can WJO Property source accommodation in?
We can look across the city centre, Roker, Seaburn, Washington and the surrounding Wearside area, depending on where you need to be. Tell us your location and we will shortlist fully furnished options within a sensible distance.
How well connected is Sunderland for getting around?
Sunderland is served by the Tyne and Wear Metro, reaching Newcastle in around forty minutes, and sits close to the A19. Day to day travel by rail or road is straightforward.
Can stays in Sunderland be short or extended?
Yes. Stays in Sunderland are flexible, from a few nights to several months. Extensions are usually arranged where needed, subject to availability, so you can adjust as your plans change. Tell us your dates and we will confirm what is available.
What is Sunderland known for and what is nearby?
Sunderland is known for its seafront, the Stadium of Light and its manufacturing industry. Nearby you will find Stadium of Light, Roker Pier and Lighthouse, Sunderland Museum and Winter Gardens and National Glass Centre, all easy to reach from the main areas.
How do I request accommodation in Sunderland?
Send us your requirement, including dates, area and how many people. The team usually replies within one working day with suitable options in Sunderland. Fully furnished options are then confirmed with one point of contact.
