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These things happen. (Pub). Published on 20-09-2023
Image: These things happen. (Pub). Published on 20-09-2023
These things happen. (Bar). Published on 20-09-2023
Image: These things happen. (Bar). Published on 20-09-2023
These things happen. (Sign). Published on 20-09-2023
Image: These things happen. (Sign). Published on 20-09-2023

These Things Happen, Sunderland

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Operator: Independent
Harbour View, Sunderland, SR6 0NL (View on Google Map)
(0191) 543 9515
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New Roker bar converted from a car dealership. The pub is open daily from 9am for breakfasts, although alcohol not served until 11am. All day brunch till 4pm. There are two handpulls available , regular is Timothy Taylor Landlord and at last visit in March 2025 the second choice was Maxim Double Maxim The bar is in an island position with seating to the left, rear and right of the pub. Note the large lit These Things Happen sign. At the rear are steps leading up to a balcony overlooking Roker Harbour. Note most midweek nights pub closes at 8.30pm

There is car parking outside and the E1 bus stop to Sunderland and South Shields in close by.

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Information for this venue is provided by the Sunderland & South Tyneside Branch of CAMRA
Previous Names
Local Authority
City of Sunderland
Last updated
23/03/2025
Last surveyed
22/03/2025
Leasehold owner
unknown
Freehold owner
unknown
Pub ID
SUN/6957
Asset of Community Value
Opening Times Unavailable

Current beers

This Pub serves 3 changing beers and 1 regular beer.

Regular and recently seen
Ossett - White Rat
Ossett - White Rat

Session Golden Ale

ABV: 4%
Vegan: No
Gluten Free: No

This beer is served regularly.

Changing

Changing beers typically include: Brew York - Calmer Chameleon , Maxim - Double Maxim , Timothy Taylor - Landlord

Source: National

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Facilities
Sports TV Sports TV
Lunchtime Meals Lunchtime Meals
Live Music Live Music
Family Friendly Family Friendly
Disabled Access Disabled Access
Parking Parking
Dog Friendly Dog Friendly
Function Room Function Room
Features
Real Ale Real Ale
Transport
Close to bus routes
Stagecoach NE: E1

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