Art, Craft & Graze Market

The Art, Craft & Graze Market is back at Sunderland Train Station on Saturday 14 November, running from 10am to 3pm. It's a monthly one, and this particular date falls on the second Saturday of the month, which is when it always happens.

Inside the station, the market brings together local artists, makers and food producers. The 'graze' part of the name tells you exactly what to expect on the food side: things you can pick at and snack on as you wander, rather than a full sit-down meal. The artists and makers cover the other half, with handmade work and craft from people across the region. It's the kind of setup where you can browse through a few different stalls and see what's new each month, and since it's inside the station, it's an easy one to drop into if you're passing through or just heading into town for the day.

If you've been before, you'll know the drill: it's a casual, open-air feel brought indoors, with the food and the craft sitting side by side. Because it's a regular thing, the line-up of stalls tends to shift, so there's usually something different to look at each time it comes around. It's a good spot to pick up a bit of something local without having to make a whole production of it.

It runs from 10am to 3pm, so you've got a decent window to get there and have a proper look around without rushing. Entry is free, so you can just walk in and wander through at your own pace. If you're around on the second Saturday of the month, it's a simple one to add to the day.