Coronavirus update
ALL sports activities have been suspended at the Beacon of Light until further notice and the public will no longer be able to make bookings.
Welcome To The Beacon of Light
The North East’s world-class sports, health, education and events venue.
Get your game on
With our Wednesday and Thursday night 5 a side leagues.
First and last games FREE!
NEW PRICES ANNOUNCED
5 a side pitch hire from just £25!
Overlooking the Stadium of Light and the River Wear our 3G 5 a side outdoor pitches are arguably the most beautiful in Sunderland and also the best value!
Host Amazing Conferences & Events
Let us light up your next event and support local communities! A venue space like no other, the Beacon of Light offers true versatility with flexible spaces to accomodate up to 3,500 people.
Business Opportunities
We need like-minded individuals, businesses and supporters to come on board and ensure we can do more.
As home to @TheBoLSchool and Siblings Nursery we are following government guidance around education and both are b… https://t.co/DpPVbMmcjx
Mar 18- BeaconofLight School
- @TheBoLSchool
CORONAVIRUS: It is with heavy heart that we have taken the tough decision to suspend all sport activity at the Beac… https://t.co/snY9Y7EbXb
Mar 18- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
Thank you for your patience at this tricky time. We’ll be issuing more info to our customers tomorrow. #StaySafe https://t.co/NzIdZNMQWA
Mar 17- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
CORONAVIRUS: It’s business as usual for us, but we continue to monitor the situation closely. More information a… https://t.co/3SNIVAUelg
Mar 16- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
Think you and your mates have got what it takes to top the league? Then why not join our 5-a-side leagues ⚽. For… https://t.co/2vDNcJRHoN
Mar 14- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
@ArbourthorneCPS @sfs_sports @FA No problem at all. We hope to see you again soon.
Mar 13- Arbourthorne Primary
- @ArbourthorneCPS
CORONAVIRUS: It’s business as usual for us, but we continue to monitor the situation closely. We have some impor… https://t.co/s7AvRlp9Hj
Mar 13- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
RT @SAFCFoL: Tomorrow's Little Dribblers Playgroup @BeaconofLight is CANCELLED. https://t.co/70NqNvXgmp
Mar 12- Foundation of Light
- @SAFCFoL
RT @Tolentplc: We can't believe it's been almost two years since we handed over the keys to the fantastic @BeaconofLight ⚽ And it's still…
Mar 12- Tolent
- @Tolentplc
RT @AMilnes1: I’ve tweeted a lot about this project, but it’s fantastic to see it win at the @CTAwards. The @BeaconofLight gives so much to…
Mar 11- Andrew Milnes
- @AMilnes1
RT @IdentityConsult: Yet more well-deserved recognition for @BeaconofLight -this time from the @CTAwards. It's great that this innovative…
Mar 10- Identity Consult
- @IdentityConsult
@BJohnstonJourno @ChronicleSAFC @SAFCFoL @NorthumbriaUni Thank you Brett.
Mar 10- Brett Johnston
- @BJohnstonJourno
Wed 25th March @_UKCoaching will be delivering ‘Coaching the Person in Front of You’. Discover how to be truly pe… https://t.co/TgX8SeplxG
Mar 8- UK Coaching
- @_UKCoaching
Looking for an extra special venue to celebrate your child’s birthday? Check out our birthday packages. Due to popu… https://t.co/jCTmUGCZjc
Mar 8- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
If you are in the Beacon for today's Fan Zone, don't forget to purchase a Grand in Your Hand lottery ticket from re… https://t.co/DItAmjEXLe
Mar 7- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
It was great to welcome @SunderlandAFC Manager Phil Parkinson to the Matchday Mental Health Hub. Don't forget the… https://t.co/OPtc48zRQS
Mar 7- Sunderland AFC
- @SunderlandAFC
Today's Fan Zone activities @SunderlandAFC vs @TheGillsFC FREE football for kids 12.30 to kick-off. 12.30pm Fan Zo… https://t.co/KWc9PuVcoo
Mar 7- Sunderland AFC
- @SunderlandAFC
We hope they enjoyed the lessons and put those new skills into practice soon. https://t.co/OtvQx0wx5J
Mar 7- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
Tomorrow's Fan Zone activities @SunderlandAFC vs @TheGillsFC FREE football for kids 12.30 to kick-off. 12.30pm Fan… https://t.co/wPT51joqHO
Mar 6- Sunderland AFC
- @SunderlandAFC
Wed 25th March @_UKCoaching will be delivering ‘Coaching the Person in Front of You’. Discover how to be truly pe… https://t.co/JP6BnrDW53
Mar 5- UK Coaching
- @_UKCoaching
Looking for an extra special venue to celebrate your child’s birthday? Check out our birthday packages. Due to popu… https://t.co/DdRsYoKMzB
Mar 4- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
Looking for an extra special venue to celebrate your child’s birthday? Check out our birthday packages. Due to popu… https://t.co/kMPJDOgly1
Feb 29- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
⚽ Results and tables from our Wednesday 5 a side league and Thursday Business League are in. 🔴 We have space in Wed… https://t.co/NDDmU0MAO2
Feb 28- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
@alyssahan100 @wroetoshaw Hi Alyssa, yes we do :) you can check out https://t.co/e22I30fC5Y for further info or call 0191 5634818.
Feb 24- Alyssa🙈💞
- @alyssahan100
If you are heading to @SunderlandAFC vs. @Official_BRFC match, don't forget to pop in for the fan zone. We have FRE… https://t.co/uGyxpdlUDR
Feb 22- Sunderland AFC
- @SunderlandAFC
If you are in the Beacon for today's Fan Zone, don't forget to purchase a Grand in Your Hand lottery ticket from re… https://t.co/LcYZdTOFoF
Feb 22- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
RT @StadiumOfLight: 🍻⚽️ Two @SunderlandAFC legends in the Fan Zone at the @BeaconofLight today 🔴Open from 12.30pm 🔴1pm - Samson & Delilah…
Feb 22- Stadium of Light
- @StadiumOfLight
This week has been action-packed! 900 youngsters have taken part in activities such as football, dance & cookery.… https://t.co/KKOQa8l1kF
Feb 21- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
Thank you and it's through support like this we can continue to make a difference through @SAFCFoL programmes and t… https://t.co/nbI92EJESN
Feb 21- Foundation of Light
- @SAFCFoL
RT @SleevesElliott: Really enjoyed my first game of ⚽️ tonight in months with the @WiseMenSayPod lads at the impressive @BeaconofLight. Rem…
Feb 21- Stephen Elliott
- @SleevesElliott
⚽Here are Wednesday League results & table from Week 3 👍Welcome to our new team 'Roker Tapas' who joined the leagu… https://t.co/K4ckj1fvtW
Feb 20- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
Why a day at the Beacon! Brilliant to see hundreds of children and families having fun and taking part in lots of f… https://t.co/hSnOGYZ8Tp
Feb 19- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
Lots of excitement in the office as the next batch of our 'Friends of the Foundation' boot tiles have arrived😍😍 Th… https://t.co/IdsoP5KYoC
Feb 19- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
Fascinating insight into the behind the scenes at @SunderlandAFC by Phil 🔴⚪️ https://t.co/ljKSpO3SVI
Feb 18- Sunderland AFC
- @SunderlandAFC
🌟Sign up your team to our Wednesday or Thursday 5 a side League to get your gold envelope, filled with lots of rewa… https://t.co/i7pH4TAeWX
Feb 17- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
RT @mgaskell12: On Friday we have our stakeholder event launching the NHS Northern Gambling Clinic @BeaconofLight in Sunderland. https://t.…
Feb 16- Matt Gaskell
- @mgaskell12
Looking for something to do on Wednesday night? We have availabilityin the indoor sports arena, so why not come d… https://t.co/qRkTlitU1C
Feb 15- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
🏆Congratulations to Wednesday Leagues ‘Drink Beacon Charlie Wyke’ & Thursday Business Leagues ‘MJN Ltd’… https://t.co/PbCL7qXCdf
Feb 14- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
⚽ Thursday Business League 👀 🔵Week 1 and week 2 results and tables! ❗️Sign up your team, new division starting in… https://t.co/Zgm7pzuhjh
Feb 14- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
⚽ Wednesday League Results & tables and teams who play in the league!👀 ❗️Sign up your team, we have 1 space in the… https://t.co/Immp8n2BcE
Feb 14- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
⚽ Wednesday League Results & tables and teams who play in the league!👀 ❗️Sign up your team, we have 1 space in the… https://t.co/OSOxqw3yrU
Feb 14- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
⚽ Here we have Thursday Business League teams!!!👀 @santanderuk @SAFCFoL @Liebherr @SunderlandRTC (Current league ch… https://t.co/zAA5RgRgpo
Feb 14- Santander UK
- @santanderuk
@FoxInTheBoxFM We know the perfect venue 😉 we would LOVE to host this in Sunderland. Can you DM us some details?
Feb 12- Fox..🏃🏼♂️💨
- @FoxInTheBoxFM
It was great to welcome @Official_HUFC earlier today, who were training on our indoor football pitch ⚽ https://t.co/eICb7btArB
Feb 11- Hartlepool United FC
- @Official_HUFC
It's not too late to sign up to our Wednesday or Thursday 5-a-side league. We have many benefits to offer that ot… https://t.co/NG4V2K4FQi
Feb 8- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
A delicious pink slice, cup of tea and three points, a great day @PhilipGibbs73 https://t.co/bbCsrrCGMe
Feb 8- PHILIP GIBBS
- @PhilipGibbs73
If you are in the Beacon for today's Fan Zone, don't forget to purchase a #GrandinYourHand lottery ticket from rece… https://t.co/FWHQjw1H3K
Feb 8- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
If you can, please remember to bring something from the list below. Every donation can really make a difference! https://t.co/oWBhS4EhAw
Feb 8- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
Don't forget to head into the Beacon of Light from 12.30pm for @SunderlandAFC's Fan Zone. https://t.co/wwvZoGs0I6
Feb 8- Sunderland AFC
- @SunderlandAFC
Dig into your cupboards or purchase an extra item if you go to the shop tomorrow, before coming along to the Fan Zo… https://t.co/22uC1Rv6qN
Feb 7- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
Itinerary for @SunderlandAFC Fan Zone 12.30pm - Fan Zone opens 1pm - Visit from Samson & Delilah 1.30pm - Former SA… https://t.co/tgmRxvKBYS
Feb 7- Sunderland AFC
- @SunderlandAFC
🏆The league winners trophies have arrived for the league champions to be presented with them, pitch-side at the Sun… https://t.co/uV4bVhTfnS
Feb 6- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
🔴 Wednesday 5 a side League 🔴 Get the lads together and play your weekly game at the Beacon of Light. New season ki… https://t.co/SvIhC4a8kN
Feb 4- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
We’re shining magenta tonight for World Cancer Day. 1 in 2 people will be affected by cancer in their life time.… https://t.co/pEUc1WNUo8
Feb 4- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
🔵 Thursday Business League 🔵 Can your business win and be crowned the best 5 a side business team in Sunderland? Ne… https://t.co/FiMra20XHM
Feb 4- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
We are pleased to announce a new partnership with @The_GAS_Group who are now our Official Energy Partner. https://t.co/jyjL7xaGqS
Feb 4- Great Annual Savings
- @The_GAS_Group
Only shopping list you need this weekend! 🔴⚪️ https://t.co/l7w23Bxtdf
Feb 3- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
If you are wanting a career in basketball, sign up to @SportStructures who will be delivering a Level 1 Coaching Aw… https://t.co/DvzuQ61xIr
Feb 1- Sport Structures
- @SportStructures
Our 5-a-side leagues kick-off next week, you can find out more information online. ⚽ Wednesday - open to all ⚽ Thu… https://t.co/EihNv28r9L
Jan 31- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
Fancy a game of football? We have limited availability on our indoor 4G rooftop barn on Saturday 1st, 8th and 22nd… https://t.co/uoFMVOORDH
Jan 31- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
Check out this testimonial from Martin, team Captain of @santanderuk giving a little insight into the Thursday nigh… https://t.co/qmfiSbkAWb
Jan 31- Santander UK
- @santanderuk
‼️We have had a very rare space come available to play on our indoor 4G rooftop barn TONIGHT at 9pm! ⚽If you haven… https://t.co/wxTii0xvGB
Jan 31- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
Tomorrow's Little Dribblers Playgroup is CANCELLED, but don't worry, it will be back to normal on Monday 9.30am. https://t.co/lGlifFL6Ha
Jan 30- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
Fancy a game of football this weekend? We have limited availability on our indoor 4G rooftop barn on Saturday 1st,… https://t.co/gc6OLLz6rs
Jan 29- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
Only 1️⃣ week to go until the new season of our adult 5 a side leagues! Sign up your team now! 🔴 Wednesday League-5… https://t.co/oMB26Td6Ya
Jan 29- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
We have limited availability on our indoor 4G rooftop barn on Saturday 1st, 8th and 22nd February. Priced at £60 fo… https://t.co/TpGxUzXhkU
Jan 28- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
@BryT1990 @TonyIncenzo We have activities taking place during Feb half-term and you never know, might get another special appearance ⚽.
Jan 27- Bryony Jade Fucile 🇪🇺
- @BryT1990
⚽️Join the Thursday Business League 🥇Every penny goes to the amazing charity @SAFCFoL 🔵 New season Thurs 6th Feb ❗… https://t.co/KhJQqrdXYi
Jan 27- Foundation of Light
- @SAFCFoL
Our 5-a-side pitches are the cheapest in town, play from just £25 per hour! We are open seven days a week and unti… https://t.co/IDI0cBIBtJ
Jan 27- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
Here is our Duty Manager Shane, refilling his water bottle after a busy day. @NorthumbrianH2O installed two water… https://t.co/gdpEFS1TRv
Jan 25- Northumbrian Water
- @NorthumbrianH2O
Fan Zone itinerary for @SunderlandAFC vs. @drfc_official 5.30pm: Fan Zone opens 6.00pm: Samson & Delilah 6.30pm: C… https://t.co/iBi3SIxvVp
Jan 24- Sunderland AFC
- @SunderlandAFC
Looked like they had a great time. Looking forward to welcoming you back next week! https://t.co/PSrJad3Rez
Jan 24- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
@dangledowns Hi, yes Fan Zone is on in the Beacon, below is the itinerary. Look forward to seeing you. 5.30pm: Ope… https://t.co/LxMWSDT2nR
Jan 24- Daniel Gowens
- @dangledowns
🏆⚽️Sign up your team now to be part of the best league football in Sunderland, along with the best views about ⚽️🏆… https://t.co/q12iDKLqdq
Jan 23- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
Did you know it's #SugarAwarenessWeek? We've got 2 free refill points in the Beacon thanks to our friends… https://t.co/SjdIg2GEnE
Jan 23- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
RT @NorthumbrianH2O: Toothy-pegs? Pearly whites? Gnashes? 🤷🏼♀️ Whatever word you use to describe them... Look after your teeth as too mu…
Jan 23- Northumbrian Water
- @NorthumbrianH2O
⚽️Not long until our brand new Wednesday 5 a side league kicks off! 🏆For more information contact a member of our… https://t.co/n6ZR1KTMk7
Jan 22- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
Today we welcomed BTEC Sport students from @DSFCOfficial who were cooking soup and bread as part of their nutrition… https://t.co/Q79g2Fxpds
Jan 22- Durham Sixth Form Centre
- @DSFCOfficial
‼️New adult 5-a-side leagues‼️ ⚽️Wednesday 5th February / Adult teams ⚽️Thursday 6th February / Business teams Con… https://t.co/h3QGWWPRUm
Jan 21- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
Tonight we are lit green to banish the blues #BlueMonday https://t.co/PUy2K1ULAr
Jan 20- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
🎁🎉That's the birthday room set up ready to welcome tomorrow's special guests! One half of our VIP's will be playing… https://t.co/LmtnFLX5aL
Jan 18- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
Raise the roof in our indoor 4G rooftop barn just £60 per hour! BOOK NOW at https://t.co/QMeeORheyQ https://t.co/NCZUaigVfv
Jan 18- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
Our building would not have been possible without the support from organisations like this. A massive THANK YOU 👏. https://t.co/62sHdNy37U
Jan 17- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
Take your game to the next level with Strength and Conditioning sessions. Scott Pearce has a proven track record o… https://t.co/kr15W6dRyK
Jan 17- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
Looking for something to do with your mates? Book our 5-a-side pitches, they are the cheapest in town. Prices sta… https://t.co/49RM4EqGVF
Jan 15- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
Last week we announced the NHS Northern Gambling Service has opened a new base which will see and treat more people… https://t.co/kswYkZwn1q
Jan 14- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
If you are wanting a competitive game of football, look no further than our leagues. We are looking for teams for… https://t.co/WAi5D1vGGa
Jan 13- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
Our 5-a-side pitches are the cheapest in town, play from just £25 per hour! BOOK NOW at https://t.co/QMeeORheyQ https://t.co/xYSz5iUGom
Jan 13- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
