Welcome To The Beacon of Light
The North East’s world-class sports, health, education and events venue.
NEW SEASON STARTING 5th FEBRUARY
Get your game on
With our Wednesday and Thursday night 5 a side leagues.
First and last games FREE!
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.
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
Thursday 30th Jan our 5-a-side Business League kicks off. If you are wanting to be top of the league, sign up now… https://t.co/emxot4ycW3
Jan 12- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
Fancy a kick around? Our 5-a-side pitches can be booked from just £25 per hour! BOOK NOW at… https://t.co/zHwe7OFPZY
Jan 11- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
Itinerary for @SunderlandAFC Fan Zone 12.30pm - Fan Zone opens 1pm - Visit from Samson & Delilah 1.30pm - Club Hist… https://t.co/xu3wHrEtv0
Jan 11- Sunderland AFC
- @SunderlandAFC
Itinerary for @SunderlandAFC Fan Zone 12.30pm - Fan Zone opens 1pm - Visit from Samson & Delilah 1.30pm - Club Hist… https://t.co/5LEEqgPkHy
Jan 10- Sunderland AFC
- @SunderlandAFC
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/gmHpdKSVA4
Jan 10- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
We are proud to host the new NHS gambling addiction service. A life-changing service for the region https://t.co/iL3EQixegb
Jan 8- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
Commencing later this month we have our Thursday 5-a-side Business League. If you are wanting to be top of the lea… https://t.co/FrjAID9ypg
Jan 6- 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/uXGJ8fmb6N
Jan 5- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
Play on our 5-a-side pitches from just £25 per hour! BOOK NOW at https://t.co/QMeeORheyQ https://t.co/8ViOMgEAju
Jan 5- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
Fan Zone itinerary 12.30pm - Fan Zone open 1pm - Visit from Samson & Delilah 1.15pm - Club Historian Rob Mason 1… https://t.co/UZ76SRKFnd
Jan 4- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
Raise the roof in our Indoor Barn from just £60 per hour! BOOK NOW at https://t.co/QMeeORheyQ https://t.co/olorq6PQZo
Jan 4- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
We are back to normal operating hours after the festive break. If you have missed having a game of football, we ar… https://t.co/ZKJfiFsbkS
Jan 2- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
HAPPY NEW YEAR from everyone at the Beacon of Light and Foundation of Light. https://t.co/1XC6EchdUZ
Jan 1- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
RT @SAFCFoL: What a year it's been for us, we have achieved some remarkable successes and many of which would not be possible without the s…
Dec 31- Foundation of Light
- @SAFCFoL
RT @SAFCFoL: Don't forget we have football and dance activites taking place @BeaconofLight on 2nd and 3rd January. The two days is priced…
Dec 31- Foundation of Light
- @SAFCFoL
If you are looking for a competitive game of football. look no further than our leagues. We are looking for teams… https://t.co/hZWeP9dq6T
Dec 29- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
Give your star player a day to remember with our birthday parties. Not a fan of football? Don't worry we also off… https://t.co/EgLv660yUA
Dec 28- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
If you are wanting to get out of the house and not go shopping, get your mates together and hire out our rooftop ba… https://t.co/Pt9KwzwoMK
Dec 28- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
If you are looking for something to do tomorrow instead of going shopping, get your mates together and hire out our… https://t.co/AVXsTxc5PD
Dec 27- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
Some of the @SunderlandAFC U23s have popped into see us in the Fan Zone and support the @BlcSafc and @SAFCFoL Match… https://t.co/Ia8xUWTBcC
Dec 26- Sunderland AFC
- @SunderlandAFC
🎶 🎶 Mackem folk singer, Dave Murray on the mic at the @SunderlandAFC Fan Zone 😎 All proceeds from his album go to… https://t.co/tJ6FmtFU1L
Dec 26- Sunderland AFC
- @SunderlandAFC
If you are already in the Beacon, soaking up the atmosphere ahead of kick off and it's got you in the mood for a ki… https://t.co/PdzCzALRMS
Dec 26- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
If you are heading to the match today, don't forget to pop in and sample the pre-match entertainment. Full itine… https://t.co/o32tYRtVgz
Dec 26- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
@SuperkevFTM @SunderlandAFC Hi Kev, yep we have a range of alcoholic, non-alcoholic and food on offer today.
Dec 26- Kev Taylor 👍😁
- @SuperkevFTM
Check out the itinerary for @SunderlandAFC's Fan Zone tomorrow. Music, meet current and former players, and sample… https://t.co/uOJXkHB87B
Dec 25- Sunderland AFC
- @SunderlandAFC
MERRY CHRISTMAS 🎅 from everyone at the Beacon of Light and Foundation of Light. https://t.co/o0E6fNSruf
Dec 25- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
You've guessed it, today's MAKATON word is CHRISTMAS DAY, SANTA CLAUS. https://t.co/AI8sirbuQn
Dec 25- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
Treat yourself to a game of football on 28th and 29th December priced at £60 per hour on our indoor rooftop pitch.… https://t.co/6yFFmZiHWu
Dec 24- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
Today's MAKATON word of the day is SLEEP, brought to you by @SunderlandAFC mascot, Samson. https://t.co/8Rdgsu174m
Dec 24- Sunderland AFC
- @SunderlandAFC
Brought to you by our elves, today's MAKATON word of the day is TOYS https://t.co/QYhpNTsPdt
Dec 23- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
MAKATON word of the day is TURKEY, brought to you by @SAFCFoL CEO Lesley and Governance Coordinator June. https://t.co/WXaozS9nWe
Dec 22- Foundation of Light
- @SAFCFoL
Here is @SAFCFoL Sports Development Officer, Robyn, with today s Makaton word of the day, ROBIN. https://t.co/Rfd8UemuWH
Dec 21- Foundation of Light
- @SAFCFoL
It's another amazing award win, THANK YOU. 🏆 https://t.co/2zdQE47FzD
Dec 20- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
We are closed today and over the weekend, but don't worry we open again on Monday 23rd December. If you are loo… https://t.co/c7bCrhQnYd
Dec 20- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
Today's Makaton word of the day is CAKE, brought to you by @SAFCFoL staff who took part in Christmas tree cupcake m… https://t.co/uXPMoQ558d
Dec 20- Foundation of Light
- @SAFCFoL
It's nearly Christmas! 🎄🎅❄️ Don't forget that our opening hours are changing over the festive break...we're close… https://t.co/56k64r3JJM
Dec 19- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
RT @fausto_coppa: Festive opening times.... who’s coming to see us on Boxing Day at the Fanzone?? Boy do we have some treats for you! https…
Dec 19- Fausto Coppa
- @fausto_coppa
Makaton word of the day is KING, brought to you by @SAFCFoL coaches. https://t.co/HH4wXnkNzi
Dec 19- Foundation of Light
- @SAFCFoL
If you want to miss the sales and play football, we have availability on 28th and 29th December, on our indoor roof… https://t.co/vYvOMYDifl
Dec 18- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
Brought to you by our dance coaches, today's Makaton word is ANGEL. https://t.co/vHN8tGfN0B
Dec 18- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
Today's Makaton word is CANDLES, brought to you by @FoLScholars https://t.co/jINUNFRhYl
Dec 17- SAFCFoL Scholarship
- @FoLScholars
❄️🎄Check out some of the staff & Miss Elf having a little Christmas craft session today! Wonderful snowflakes & Chr… https://t.co/DsjIXURzNT
Dec 16- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
⚽️Wednesday Adult 5 a side League is recruiting new teams! #signupnow‼️New season kicks off on Wed 8th January! Get… https://t.co/KkBNWqEU4m
Dec 16- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
🎁 The winning number for the Christmas Hamper has been drawn, it was 431-435 🎅 Well Done to the lucky winner Karen,… https://t.co/r7fr06rSLn
Dec 16- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
Today's Makaton word is CHURCH. Brought to you by @SAFCFoL coaches. https://t.co/443AW7WQFG
Dec 14- Foundation of Light
- @SAFCFoL
Don't forget our Match Day Hub starts at 11.45am - 2.45pm. If you need someone to talk to @BlcSafc and… https://t.co/uzxvIyaDej
Dec 14- SafcBlc
- @BlcSafc
RECAP: Smart Outdoor are helping spread the word of our life-changing work. https://t.co/vqbd5DgQ74
Dec 14- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
Don't forget we are hosting @SunderlandAFC Fan Zone tomorrow with all the action kicking off from 12.30pm. Come al… https://t.co/ExMebmQ9ku
Dec 13- Sunderland AFC
- @SunderlandAFC
RT @Mike_Hall_FBs: Fantastic to see the Beacon is a 2020 Civic trust Successful Project @BeaconofLight @FaulknerBrowns @Tolentplc @Identity…
Dec 13- Mike Hall
- @Mike_Hall_FBs
RT @NSPCC_Press: What amazing support for the @NSPCC in the North East, raising awareness for every child facing a dark Christmas. 9 buildi…
Dec 12- NSPCC Press Office
- @NSPCC_Press
Tonight we are green to support @NSPCC in their Christmas campaign, 'Light for Every Childhood'. The aim of the ca… https://t.co/KL4i6YCVk9
Dec 11- NSPCC
- @NSPCC
RT @SunderlandAFC: ⚽️ The @BeaconofLight will be hosting a matchday Fan Zone this saturday when #SAFC take on @BlackpoolFC at the @StadiumO…
Dec 11- Sunderland AFC
- @SunderlandAFC
THANK YOU to everyone who has donated a gift for @salvationarmyuk #ChristmasTreeAppeal. Every present donated will… https://t.co/fsuOUK5KpN
Dec 9- The Salvation Army
- @salvationarmyuk
This weekend we have welcomed over 50 youngsters who were here for birthday parties. Give your star player a day t… https://t.co/SSqfjDqhKk
Dec 8- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
A partnership extension with @HarrisonCentre we see hundreds of teenagers and adults receive tuition and training t… https://t.co/9CpBiB5tHU
Dec 4- Harrison Centre
- @HarrisonCentre
Tonight we are lit purple, the chosen colour of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities. Over one billi… https://t.co/9qyA0TKEJf
Dec 3- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
5-a-side with a view 😍😍 #WeAreFootball Book today https://t.co/fXr06FLyge ⚽️ https://t.co/WaU6EwZPg4
Dec 3- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
🎥Fun from today’s @SAFCFoL session supported by @BBCCiN Join in at the Beacon every Mon, Wed & Thurs at 4.30pm cont… https://t.co/ziIV9QQLpu
Dec 2- Foundation of Light
- @SAFCFoL
We’re shining red tonight for #WorldAIDSDay2019. Regular testing, early diagnosis and starting treatment promptly m… https://t.co/JdneV2cVKs
Dec 1- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
Lovely write up about the opening of @fausto_coppa by @SunderlandEcho’s @KatyJourno! Pop along this weekend for a c… https://t.co/IbwvT4tPzA
Nov 30- Fausto Coppa
- @fausto_coppa
Well done Southmoor Community School! Fabulous performance at @salvationarmyuk Christmas concert 👏👏 https://t.co/Rjo1qevA6L
Nov 29- The Salvation Army
- @salvationarmyuk
Christmas market is underway on Street Level and we’re all set-up for the @salvationarmyuk concert in the Arena. It… https://t.co/zq9ciwbCxH
Nov 29- The Salvation Army
- @salvationarmyuk
Earlier this morning @englandlioness ace @JillScottJS8 popped in and spoke to students about her journey from grass… https://t.co/VBmKO4r7w0
Nov 28- England
- @englandlioness
@drinksnotea @faustocoffee @fausto_coppa We’re a public facility, so absolutely pop in, have a cuppa and maybe even… https://t.co/1OOqcaQ14B
Nov 27- David coulson
- @drinksnotea
We are very excited to be welcoming the very lovely folks from @FaustoCoffee to their new second home. If you haven… https://t.co/PJGuEUSBgS
Nov 27- Fausto Coffee
- @faustocoffee
Thanks to everyone who popped into the Fan Zone tonight before the match. Next one on 14th December 👍 Ha'Way the Lads!!! 🔴⚪️
Nov 26- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
I spy with my little eye.....a homemade pink slice from @fausto_coppa! Available in the Fan Zone tonight 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻 https://t.co/t2HBb61GMl
Nov 26- Fausto Coppa
- @fausto_coppa
Don't forget we are hosting @SunderlandAFC's Fan Zone tonight. Get yourself along from 5.30pm. Full itinerary 👇 https://t.co/FBKWn6D56j
Nov 26- Sunderland AFC
- @SunderlandAFC
Great to have @NETimesMagazine and @NEEChamber with us today. Don’t forget our business 5 a side league runs on Thu… https://t.co/kHGzuxCF8i
Nov 25- North East Times
- @NETimesMagazine
Kicking off at 9pm tonight, we have a one hour slot on the indoor 4G rooftop barn, priced at £70. Give your mates… https://t.co/WT2IoLgWKm
Nov 25- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
This is such a important campaign. Just £1 will help us make a life-changing difference to our community… https://t.co/1m9BiTN1Lt
Nov 25- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
The @SunderlandAFC Fan Zones are back at the Beacon on Tuesday, when the Lads take on @burtonalbionfc . Talk-ins, m… https://t.co/t3W7mjeLto
Nov 24- Sunderland AFC
- @SunderlandAFC
The weather may not be great outside but that doesn't impact on our 5-a-side pitches. Priced at £25 an hour get you… https://t.co/78l0oJbnIO
Nov 23- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
🎀⚽🎅🎁 Why not pop into see us at reception & buy some tickets for your chance to WIN this wonderful hamper & 1 child… https://t.co/ZkZYiFeWJk
Nov 22- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
RT @SAFCFoL: WE'RE HIRING! We're looking to appoint a Digital Marketing Manager to own, develop and drive forward our digital marketing str…
Nov 22- Foundation of Light
- @SAFCFoL
An epic clash the likes of which have never before been seen in British football ⚽️😁 https://t.co/rOtFo6XLBg
Nov 22- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
With the risk of games being cancelled at the weekend due to bad weather, don't miss out and pop down to the Beacon… https://t.co/Tsat6QXoMm
Nov 22- Beacon of Light
- @BeaconofLight
Yesterday @SAFCFoL hosted a literacy event with reception pupils as part of #NurseryRhymeWeek with help from… https://t.co/R8a0lXARyl
Nov 21- Foundation of Light
- @SAFCFoL
