The Shield

Located on the River Wear, Sunderland is a port city in North East England. The city houses a number of notable landmarks and attractions, including the National Glass Centre, the Sunderland Museum, the Winter Gardens, and the Penshaw Monument. The city is also home to a couple of universities and colleges offering high quality education to local and international students alike.

The Shield is a student housing in Sunderland offering accommodation for students attending nearby universities. If you prefer shared living, en-suite rooms are available, and if you prefer to live in a private residence, self-contained studios are also available. All rooms include a private en-suite bedroom, a small double bed, bags of storage, and a study area. Studios come with their own fitted kitchen, while en-suite rooms share a kitchen and a living space with their fellow flatmates. Rooms may vary in size and floor location depending on their type: Bronze, Gold, etc.

The amenities offered by this Sunderland student accommodation include Wi-Fi, an on-site residents’ team, CCTV security, and all-inclusive bills. There’s an on-site vending machine, cycle storage, and on-site laundry facilities. An on-site gym is available so you can exercise and keep up with your workout routine, as well as a study area where you can work in a quiet and peaceful environment. You can hang out with fellow residents or relax at any of the provided social spaces: the lounge, the courtyard, the games room, or the multimedia room. You can also socialise and meet new people at the property’s regularly held residents’ events. 

You can venture around Sunderland with ease during your stay at The Shield. This Sunderland student home is located near a number of city landmarks and attractions. The Discovery Museum, which exhibits local maritime and natural history, is located a 20-minute ride away. You can explore the city’s 19th century underground tunnels through tours provided by Victoria Tunnel Tours, which is located 11 minutes away on foot. The Great North Museum is located an 18-minute walk from the property and is a Victorian museum with natural history exhibits and a planetarium. The city’s Life Science Centre with its interactive exhibits and 4D models is located a 16-minute ride away. The property’s surrounding restaurants include Gusto, which is 8 minutes away on foot, 21, which is a 10-minute walk away, and Pizza Punks, which is 16 minutes away from the property. You can get your groceries at Sainsbury’s Local, which is located a 4-minute stroll from the property. 

*Advanced Rent Payment is £150 upon booking, which comes off the first rent instalment

*Free dual occupancy

The University of Sunderland is a 30-minute drive away and Sunderland College is a 26-minute car ride away. About 6 bus stations surround The Shield. New Bridge Street-St Dominicis is 3 minutes away on foot. Shield Street is a 5-minute walk away.