Restaurants near Sunderland Empire

This is a question that pops up in our Facebook group time and time again so I thought I would collate all of the recommendations that have been posted in there into one easy-to-read post. Prices and info checked in January 2023. Please check with venues direct for the most up to date info, esp prices which can fluctuate. 

Booking in advance is recommended. 

The Best North East Coastal Walks for Kids

In 2023 I am planning on walking quite a lot of the North East Coast and thought it would be handy to share the different walks you can enjoy which are particularly suitable for kids as one round up post. I will add to this post as I explore more of the coastline so do bookmark this post to come back to. 
 

Blyth to Seaton Sluice Pushchair Friendly Walk

I last completed this walk in January 2023 however it was a very dull and cloudy day. It's a local walk to me that I've enjoyed many times so I have used photos in this post from various visits over the years. Hope that's ok! As always, please check with venues direct for the most up to date info. 

Roker to Seaburn Pushchair Friendly Walk

This post was published in January 2023. Please check with venues direct for the most up-to-date info.  

Key Facts 

• 1.5 miles each way (so 3 miles in total - very easy to make it shorter or longer) 
  
  
• Pushchair and wheelchair friendly with a surfaced lower and upper prom 
  
  
• Pass three beaches - one is nice and sandy, another is great for rockpooling and the third has quite a few shells 
  
  
• Loads of cafes, takeway coffee kiosks, restaurants and cafes 
  
  
• Parking available or accessible by Metro (St Peters / Seaburn) or bus 
  
  
• Two playgrounds - Marine Park at Roker and Roker Park on the upper prom 
  
  
• Part of the C2C and W2W (so a brilliant option for cycling with the family too)
  
  
• Lots of clean public toilets and seating along the route (the most I've ever seen!) 
  
  
• Changing places toilet en-route
  
  
• It's part of our our 'Visit 12 North East Lighthouses in One Day Challenge' 
  
  
• Amusement arcades 

What's On for Kids & Teens across North East England | February Half Term 2023

(ad) - Some attractions have paid to be included in this post and this post contains affiliate links.   

February Half Term seems to be split across two weeks this year with some of the North East breaking up on 10/2 and some on 17/11. This guide will try and cover both weeks. Do check when your school breaks up before booking anything and always check info with venues direct before heading out. 

Lilidorei Playground at The Alnwick Garden : What to Expect

 

This post is based on a visit in May 2023. Please check with venue direct for the most up to date info. 

Lilidorei at The Alnwick Garden is now open!  This much anticipated attraction has been YEARS in the making and I am so pleased that it's open and it's fantastic that we have such a brilliant new attraction to enjoy in my home county of Northumberland. 

The Best Haven Swimming Pools & Water Parks

AD - this post was published and last checked (along with prices) in January 2023. Please always check with venues direct for the most up to date information. The links in this post are affiliate links. Photo credits: Haven 

If you're a family who loves swimming and water parks, a short break at one of these Haven parks is worth considering. I have pulled together some of the best parks with waterparks and sites so you can easily see all of the best ones in one place.