LOCATION
Fast emerging as Sunderland’s corner of cool – anchored by operators that are bringing their own unique twist to this historic part of the city – Sunniside is up and coming as a city centre leisure and hospitality hub, perfectly complementing neighbouring Riverside Sunderland with its own cool, quirky vibe.
Sunniside Social provides a cluster of major leisure spaces, alongside smaller venues for restaurants, bars and more to join the increasingly popular area. Ireland’s largest cinema operator Omniplex recently signed a new long term lease at Sunniside Social, with plans to carry out a full refurbishment of both the screens and front of house area. The scheme also hosts a bowling alley and Grosvenor Casino.
ACCOMMODATION
Sunniside Social is a leisure and hospitality hub, offering a unique space for businesses keen to be right at the heart of this area’s transformation. Anchored by the city’s cinema, which is being stunningly reimagined into a vibrant experiential space, with a bowling alley and casino also attracting hundreds of people every day. There are 3 vacant units available, with the possibility of subdividing unit 1A.
| Unit No | Description | Gross internal area | |
| 1A | Vacant | 5,339 sq ft | 495.99 sq m |
| 1C | Vacant | 8,456 sq ft | 785.56 sq m |
| 1A and 1C | Total 13,795 sq ft | 1281.56 sq m | |
| 1B | Vacant | 2911 sq ft | 270.43 sq m |
| 2 | Nandos | ||
| 3 | To be My Deli | 4089 sq ft | 379.87 sq m |
SERVICE CHARGE
Details on application.
TENURE
New leases are available on an effective FRI basis on terms to be agreed.
RATEABLE VALUES
The Valuation Office has confirmed the current Rateable Values are:
| 1A and 1C | £55,000 |
| Unit 1B | £24,250 |
| Unit 3 | £37,500 |
The Uniform Business Rate for the Rates Year 2025/2026 is 51.2p (RV over £51,000) or 49.9p (RV under £51,000). If necessary, a written request should be made to the Local Authority for confirmation.
DISCLAIMER
None of the equipment or systems within the premises have been tested by the Agent and it is the responsibility of the Purchaser/Tenant to ensure that they are in working order.
EPC
Unit 1A and 1 C Rating – Energy Rating D
Unit 1B Energy Rating – Energy Rating C
Unit 3 Rating – Energy Rating C
VIEWING
To arrange a viewing please contact @ retail or jint agents Lofthouse & Partners or Starka:
Sarah Hart
E: sarah@atretail.co.uk
M: 0798 576 8514
or
Mario Jaconelli
E: mario@lofthouseandpartners.co.uk
M: 0796 104 3110
or
Sammy Jones
E: sammy@starkaproperty.com
M: 0744 704 8628
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| Property type | Leisure |
| Planning use | E Class |
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