Upcoming events

The Society holds monthly local history talks on the third Thursday of each month at Bede Tower, Burdon Road, Sunderland SR2 7DX (with the exception of July and August).

The subjects and dates are included in our members’ newsletters and below.

Non-members are welcome.

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Illustrated talk

THE MAKING OF SUNDERLAND - KING COAL by Trevor Thorne

Bethany Centre, Bede Tower, Ryhope Road, Sunderland (opposite our heritage centre. Car park facilities available.
This is the first talk in the new 2026-27 programme so do come along and support the society. All welcome.

Directions

Doors open 6.40pm

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Illustrated talk

IT REALLY IS A WONDERFUL LIFE by Bernard Hope

Bethany Centre, Bede Tower, Ryhope Road, Sunderland (opposite our heritage centre. Car park facilities available.
ALL WELCOME

Directions

DOORS OPEN 6.40pm

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CHRISTMAS PAST IN SUNDERLAND by Phil Curtis

Bethany Centre, Bede Tower, Ryhope Road, Sunderland (opposite our heritage centre. Car park facilities available.
ALL WELCOME

Directions

DOORS OPEN 6:40pm