Bishopwearmouth Townscape Heritage

Bishopwearmouth Townscape Heritage Scheme

Sunderland City Council was awarded £1.9m from the National Lottery Heritage Fund in June 2018 to undertake a Townscape Heritage Scheme within the Bishopwearmouth Conservation Area until 2024.

The scheme provided grant aid for building restoration and enhancement works to 13 properties, public realm improvements to Minster Park and delivering public activities and education. Grants to historic buildings and spaces will addressed the area's physical heritage needs which along with complimentary strategic investment will to underpin its new economic direction. Minster Park was revitalised through new paving, planting, lighting and street furniture. A range of activities and events increased understanding of the significance heritage value of the area, helping this have an even higher profile within the city centre.

It is our intention that by improving building condition, townscape appearance, public realm use, and commercial and cultural activity, the area's historic integrity and future resilience will strengthen and the legacy of the investment will be sustained. The council will work collaboratively with key partner organisations and local stakeholders to ensure that the investment brings those parties together to deliver a shared vision, drawing upon networks, knowledge and experience.

Read more about the history of Bishopwearmouth in our guide booklet (PDF, 1 MB)(opens new window) and find out even more details of all our completed projects and events on our scheme Facebook page.

Hear some of those involved in the sceme talk about all that's been achieved: