DOWN YOUR WAY

organised an indoor games afternoon for the enjoyment of her colleagues. who will speak on the life of Cuthbert and Durham Cathedral. The meeting will be held at Hetton and Eppleton Community Hall on Monday, March 26, at 7pm. Entrance is £2, which includes tea and coffee and a biscuit. For more details, contat Alan Jackson at 0191 5262804. Wednesdays. There will be no more craft classes. Next Wednesday, March 28, social studies will comprise an Easter Evening at 7pm in Whitburn Methodist Church Hall.

Souter Lighthouse, the gift shop and tea room are now open daily until the end of November. Every Sunday until further notice, there will be 2k and 5k runs along timed courses from 9.15am to 11am on Souter’s scenic coast. These are open to runners of all levels and ages including absolute beginners, families and more experienced runners. This is the perfect way to get fit and stay fit, with children of all ages accompanied by an adult and dogs on leads welcome. Some of the route is across uneven ground, possibly muddy in parts but both routes are accessible to pushchairs. Meet in the Welfare Field next to the car park. Car park charges apply, National Trust members free. Wear suitable clothing for the weather conditions and sturdy trainers. For further information and route maps, visit www. greatrunlocal.org selecting the link to the North East. For details of future special events, go online at https:// www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ souter-lighthouse-and-theleas/whats-on . Beckwith Mews in Silksworth will be holding an Easter Fair on Saturday starting at 11am. There will be many stalls and everybody is welcome. Nora Whitfield, from Ryhope, enjoys raising money for different charities. Her next big charity event in aid of St Benedict’s Hospice will be on Saturday, May 26, in Ryhope Workingmen’s Club. Entertainment will be by the trio Hijack. There will also be bingo, raffle and a buffet. Tickets are £5 and can be obtained from Nora on 07474674383. All About You North East CIC is starting a new messy play session on Thursday in Red House Community Centre, from 10am to 11am, for ages six months to four years. Sessions will cost £2.50 with the first one free. Sessions are supported by Sunderland City Council. Ring 07519 346690 or 07411 408085 for further details.