National Glass Centre, Sunderland
A unique setting with stunning riverside views, National Glass Centre offers seamless organisation and exceptional hospitality to ensure that each and every wedding day is absolutely perfect.
Our modern, bright and airy spaces offer floor-to-ceiling windows with sweeping views over the River Wear, providing you and your guests with a spectacular setting for your celebration.
With an exclusive location on the banks of the River Wear, and only a short distance from Roker Park, Roker Pier and Blue Flag Award Winning beaches, National Glass Centre is home to a number of striking photo opportunities, including our unique glass backdrops and contemporary art galleries.
Enjoy your day knowing that our dedicated team is on hand to take care of every need and our service and commitment will ensure that you and your guests have the day of your dreams.
Our wedding packages have been created to make your planning as seamless as can be. If you have any specific requirements, our team is more than happy to create a bespoke package just for you.
The Riverside Room
The Riverside Room is a bright and modern space, fitted with contemporary lighting, wooden floors, and views overlooking the stunning riverfront. Large enough to accommodate up to 120 guests for your civil ceremony or wedding breakfast, this room is the perfect blank canvas for you to adorn.
The Pod
Ideal for a more intimate affair, The Pod is a unique event space suspended from the ceiling of the National Glass Centre. This room offers floor to ceiling windows overlooking the riverfront and can accommodate up to 30 guests for your civil ceremony or wedding breakfast.
The Glass Yard
Available under exclusive hire or for your evening reception, The Glass Yard is a spectacular glass enclosed room which looks out onto the riverfront. Equipped with a built-in bar, this spacious room is perfect for dancing the night away with up to 150 of your closest family and friends.
Exclusive Use
If you’d rather host your daytime reception in The Glass Yard, please speak with your wedding coordinator for more details about exclusive use.
Client Testimonial
We had the most incredible day. The rooms looked beautiful, the food was delicious and the staff were impeccable. Thank you so so much to everyone who was involved.
| Name of Room | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | U shape | Classroom | Reception | Lunch/Dinner | Dinner Dance | Exhibition (sqm) |
| Pod | 45 | 20 | 22 | 20 | 65.2 | ||||
| Riverside Room | 200 | 80 | 55 | 50 | 409.7 | ||||
| Riverside Room A | 120 | 50 | 32 | 30 | 125.4 | ||||
| Riverside Room B | 60 | 40 | 24 | 20 | 80.4 | ||||
| National Glass Centre Brasserie | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a | 268.02 |
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Liberty Way, Sunderland, SR6 0GLTRANSPORT LINKS
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Sat Nav Post Code SR6 0GL -
Newcastle Airport, Teesside Airport and Durham Tees Valley Airport are all about 45 minutes from Sunderland.
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15 minute walk from St Peter’s Metro Station.
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88 Free
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