This winter, Sunderland is coming alive with festive magic and the Beacon of Light is proud to be part of the Once Upon a Winter Trail.
The Winter Trail is a perfect way to explore the city and is offering a chance to win the ultimate ‘Sunderland Experience’ with a prize bundle.
Beacon of Light is the first stop along the trail, with each of the 10 spots featuring a bespoke, hand-down window display alongside a QR Code for you to register your stop along the trail.
For a handy clue on finding our window art – stop off for a hot drink at Yard Nine and you will be very warm.
Our Yard Nine café has launched a 'Cosy Christmas Drinks' menu for the occasion alongside daily festive hot food specials. Drinks menu:
Visit all 10 sites and scan each QR code to be entered into the prize draw for the ultimate ‘Sunderland Experience’ featuring:
The trail ends on Tuesday 30th December so make sure to visit all 10 sites before this date to be entered into the draw.
Pick up a printed trail map during your stop off at the Beacon of Light, or print one yourself via the following PDF: Click Here
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People in Sunderland will soon have another safe place to talk, as Sunderland Samaritans begin hosting regular drop-in sessions at the new Health Hub based in the Beacon of Light.
Wearside’s go-to landscaping experts, ATW – Around the World Tree and Landscaping Specialists, are collaborating with the Foundation of Light to make this season’s dedicated matchday the most impactful yet.