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In what had been a promontory clifftop overlooking the north of the harbour and estuary of the River Wear, land was given by King Ecgfrith to bring learning, culture and the Christian religion to the north of Saxon Britain.

A lovely peaceful little church in an idyllic setting.

A fine example of a Georgian church, complete with balcony as well as interesting stained glass windows depicting the life of St Cuthbert and a moving pulpit, the only one of its type in the country.

This ‘hidden gem’ is the earliest known surviving example of a small English parish church designed by ‘God’s Architect’ Augustus Welby Northmore Pugin.

One of the most impressive Victorian buildings in Sunderland, an elegant brick built basilica in Byzantine-Romanesque style that rises above the ranked terraces of Southwick.

Welcome to the world of Romans, Vikings, medieval monks and contemporary Christian community as you tour the grounds and see the surviving monastic buildings, the Georgian residences where the present Canons live, and the peaceful gardens.

All Saints was designed in the Early English style by John Dobson and was consecrated in October 1849.

A place of inspiring worship, prayer and teaching.

A beautiful Victorian church built in 1876 with awesome stained glass windows, a fantastic roof and a great historic organ.

Consecrated 1907, known as the Arts & Crafts Cathedral of the north.

St Peter's is one of two adjoining rival Saxon churches beautifully positioned in this private village consisting of a castle, hall and estate cottages.

St Mary's has been at the heart of the community for many centuries and is an important historic treasure of Tyneside.