Where to play board games in Sunderland

Last checked 6 November 2026 · 2 listings

Quick answer: In Sunderland you can play board games at D6 Den (board game café) and The Open Table at Culture House Sunderland (games event, Monday to Sunday, 2pm to 6pm, Level 2 Living Room).

D6 Den in Washington (about six miles west of Sunderland centre) is a tabletop gaming venue with a café, shop and bookable tables for board games, card games and more. Culture House on Keel Square has The Open Table, a free drop-in space with board games among other quiet activities. Newcastle has more going on across the river.

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D6 Den

A tabletop gaming and community venue in Washington with a café (The Hungry Dice), a shop and bookable tables for board games, card games, wargaming and roleplaying. You can pop in for food and drink without gaming.

Where: 13-14 Concord House, Speculation Place, Washington, NE37 2AS
When: Gaming space hours vary; typically open days include Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 10am to 10pm, Monday 10am to 4pm, and some Saturdays and Sundays. Check the site for the next 7 to 28 days
Good for beginners: Yes

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Last checked 6 November 2026.

Regular event

The Open Table at Culture House Sunderland

A free drop-in space in Culture House's Level 2 Living Room. Bring a board game, do some mindful colouring, find a quiet read or just have a chat.

Where: Culture House Sunderland, Keel Square, Sunderland, SR1 3ES
When: Monday to Sunday, 2pm to 6pm, Level 2 Living Room
Cost: Free
Good for beginners: Yes

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Last checked 6 November 2026.

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