Let’s talk Esports

There is currently no visitor parking available at the National Esports Performance Campus.

If visiting by car, please consider using one of several local car parks, including;

Nile Street Car Park: Located just around the corner from The Place and Gaming Houses.

Tatham Street Car Park: Approximately a four minute walk from The Place.

High Street West Car Park: Also a four minute walk from The Place. For drivers displaying a disabled badge, no charges are required.

Foyle Street: There is limited street parking available on Foyle Street, just outside of The Place.

Please note, parking may be more difficult on match days when Sunderland AFC are playing at home.

From the North of England, follow the M1 motorway heading south. Merge onto the A1(M) toward London and continue until you reach junction 36. From there, take the A690 toward Sunderland. Follow the A690 until you reach Sunderland city center, where you’ll find clear signage to the campus.

From the South of England, take the M1 motorway northbound and merge onto the A1(M) heading north. Continue until you reach junction 62, then follow the A690 toward Sunderland.

Unfortunately, there is currently no visitor parking available at the campus. Please consider using one of the following recommended car parks:

Nile Street Car Park: Located just around the corner from The Place and Gaming Houses.

Tatham Street Car Park: Approximately a four minute walk from The Place.

High Street West Car Park: Also a four minute walk from The Place.

Foyle Street: There is limited street parking available on Foyle Street, just outside of The Place.

Traveling to the National Esports Performance Campus from London by train is a straightforward journey.

Start your trip at London King’s Cross Station, one of the city’s major railway hubs. From there, select a train heading north to Newcastle upon Tyne (or Sunderland), as these services often make stops at Sunderland Railway Station. Newcastle is well connected, and you can expect regular train services in that direction.

Once onboard, settle in for a comfortable ride as you travel north. The journey from London to Sunderland typically takes around 3 to 3.5 hours, depending on the specific service.

Your final destination is Sunderland Railway Station, conveniently located within Sunderland’s city center.

Upon arriving at Sunderland Railway Station, you’ll find yourself just a short walk away from the National Esports Performance Campus.

The campus is well signposted within the city, making it easy to navigate from the train station. This train journey offers a convenient and efficient way to reach the campus from London, allowing you to enjoy the excitement of esports in Sunderland without the need for additional transportation.

Arriving at the National Esports Performance Campus by bus, coach, or taxi is a convenient option for visitors. Sunderland boasts an efficient public transportation network, making access to the campus straightforward.

Numerous local bus routes connect to the Sunderland city center, where you can conveniently disembark near the campus.

For those arriving by coach, Sunderland’s central coach station is just a short walk away.

Taxis are readily available throughout the city, offering a swift and hassle free journey to the campus.

With various transportation choices at your disposal, getting to the National Esports Performance Campus is both simple and efficient.

Our contemporary and modern offices and classrooms at The Place offer accessibility to wheelchair users .

Lifts are available for guests to use across all floors allowing freedom of movement throughout the building, however there may be some restrictions to certain areas.

We recommend you get in touch to discuss any further accessibility requirements.

Please explore our Campus Resources for more information including our Booking & Cancellation Policy, Floor Plans & Venue Options.