Holy Trinity Church, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear
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A bright and beautiful city church
This handsome brick and stone church was built in 1718-19, perhaps designed by William Etty, who certainly played a part in fitting out the interior. Then in a quiet situation on the edge of a lively and vigorous port; now, again, it is surrounded by open spaces. In 1735 the apse and its 'Venetian' window were added, the west gallery and a new roof in about 1803, but many of the 1719 furnishings remain.
The interior is brightly lit through large clear windows and has many appealing features: the striking baroque chancel arch; an elegant font with a richly ornamented cover; west end stalls for constables, overseers and sidesmen; the fine memorial to the Revd Robert Gray (1838).
Holy Trinity Church is currently undergoing an ambitious £4.3 million restoration project to conserve and regenerate this hugely significant Grade I listed building. The project will reconnect the city with its past, and Holy Trinity will be transformed into a new venue for culture, heritage and learning called Seventeen Nineteen, where the stories of Old Sunderland are brought to life through interpretation, events and performances.
See the Seventeen Nineteen microsite here
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Poetry Workshops with King Ink
07 June 2024 - 24 August 2024
King Ink CIC are collecting stories and poems from the community for a pamphlet, podcast and sharing event. Various sessions and times available, click to read more.
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Building tour- July
03 July 2024 - 03 July 2024
Explore Sunderland's parish church with a guided tour
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Crumbs and Chronicles - Jack Crawford: Hero, rogue or myth– or all of them?
03 July 2024 - 03 July 2024
Join us for a community lecture, with bite! This month we hear from Stuart Miller, who's taking a closer look at life of Jack Crawford.
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Hatha Yoga
09 July 2024 - 09 July 2024
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Beginners DnD: Journey to the Core
11 July 2024 - 27 July 2024
Embark on an epic adventure with Dungeon Master Rachel Mienie
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Trinity Folk Club July
11 July 2024 - 11 July 2024
Trinity Folk Club is a staple event on the North East Folk scene, ran by Bill Elliott and Ken Tonge - singers/musicians/spectators welcome
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Hatha Yoga
16 July 2024 - 16 July 2024
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Zoe Gilby Trio - The Old Black Cat Jazz Club July
19 July 2024 - 19 July 2024
Join us for an unforgettable evening of exuberant Jazz with Zoe Gilby (Winner of the Parliamentary Jazz Award) and her superb band.
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Access information
There is a shallow step into the church. Wheelchair users might need assistance accessing the church through the porch.
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Facilities & Hire
Due to the historic nature of our buildings, only a small number have heating, running water or toilet facilities. The lighting is usually operated via a 'push button' timer or a motion sensor.
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Directions
Off High Street East
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Transport
Nearest railway stations: Sunderland (0.6 miles) and Seaburn (1.6 miles)
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Community information
Useful local links:
- Northumbria Historic Churches Trust: www.northumbriahct.org.uk
- Tyne & Wear Archives and Museums: www.twmuseums.org.uk
- Newcastle & Gateshead Guide: www.newcastlegateshead.com
- Northumbria Historic Churches Trust: www.northumbriahct.org.uk
- Information about England's North East region: www.englandsnortheast.co.uk
- Diocese of Newcastle: www.newcastle.anglican.org.uk
- List of churches in the Diocese of Newcastle: www.achurchnearyou.com