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Leaving the car at home turns a winter outing into something simpler and more relaxed.<\/p>\n<p>The Sunderland Empire, Fire Station and National Glass Centre all offer reasons to head out during February, while the city\u2019s coastline provides bracing winter walks followed by warming food and drink. Metro and rail services connect Sunderland\u2019s neighbourhoods, the coast and the city centre, making it easy to plan an evening or weekend visit.<\/p>\n<p>Walking routes in the city centre are flat and accessible, and travelling by public transport means you can enjoy events without worrying about parking in the dark or bad weather. 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