Pictures from The Cavalier pub in Silksworth over the years as Sunderland bar due for demolition

Santa, kitchen scenes, weigh-ins - it's The Cavalier

By Chris Cordner

Published 19th Aug 2023, 04:55 BST

It's a pub in the news.

The Cavalier could be facing its last days after news that plans have been approved for its demolition.

Houses and apartments may be on the way in its place but the memories will still remain, including all of these from the Sunderland Echo archives.

Going retro at the Silksworth pub.

1. On camera at the Cavalier

Going retro at the Silksworth pub.

Inside the Cavalier in August 2020.

2. At the bar

Inside the Cavalier in August 2020.

Leon Dodds, a finalist in the Masterchef The Professionals 2008 contest, joined the staff The Cavalier in 2014.

3. Leon joins the team

Leon Dodds, a finalist in the Masterchef The Professionals 2008 contest, joined the staff The Cavalier in 2014.

Boxers Paul Truscott (left) and Kirk Goodings at their weigh-in at The Cavalier pub in 2013.

4. Preparing for a bout

Boxers Paul Truscott (left) and Kirk Goodings at their weigh-in at The Cavalier pub in 2013.

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