Locked out?
Lost all your keys?
We come to you.
Kennedy's Car Keys — mobile auto locksmiths covering Durham, Sunderland, Gateshead and the wider North East. All makes and models, even when every key is lost. Roadside, driveway, anywhere.
- 10
- Years automotive experience
- All
- Makes & models
- 24/7
- Emergency callout
- £0
- No call out charge
Whatever the problem, we've cut it before.
All Keys Lost
Lost every key to your car? We generate fresh keys on-site for almost any vehicle, with no need to recover the original.
Spare Keys Cut & Coded
Save hundreds vs. the main dealer. Spare keys and remotes programmed at your home or work.
Emergency Lockout
Locked out of your car or van? We open vehicles without damage across all areas — fast response, no call out charge.
Key Fob Repair
Broken buttons, cracked cases, water damage — most fobs repaired the same day.
Non-Start Diagnostics
Immobiliser fault? Key not recognised? We diagnose and fix transponder issues fast.
Lock Repair & Replacement
Damaged door locks, snapped keys in ignition, broken barrels — repaired or replaced.
Ignition Repair & Replacement
Worn or seized ignition barrels, snapped keys in the switch, or electrical faults — repaired or replaced on-site.
Vans & Light Commercial
Transit, Sprinter, Vivaro, Crafter — full key & lock service for trade vehicles.
Jobs we've completed.
A small sample of cars and vans we've sorted across Durham, Sunderland, Gateshead and the wider North East — from spare keys to all-keys-lost.
Jaguar XJ — smart key
Sunderland
Ford Puma — spare key
Durham
Suzuki Ignis — all keys lost
Gateshead
Ford Transit — flip key
Northumberland
Ford Focus — replacement key
Durham
Ford Fiesta — spare cut & coded
Sunderland
Ford Focus — lost key
Gateshead
Vauxhall remotes — repaired & coded
Workshop
Areas we cover across the North East.
Durham-based and mobile every day across Durham, Sunderland, Gateshead and the wider NE postcodes — including all surrounding towns and villages. Every service below is offered across all areas we cover.
Durham
DH1–DH9, DL
Sunderland
SR1–SR8
Gateshead
NE8–NE11, NE16
Wider NE
NE1–NE7, NE12–NE46, TS24–TS29
Services available across every area
Each service below is offered everywhere we cover — Durham, Sunderland, Gateshead and all surrounding towns and villages listed above.
All Keys Lost
Durham · Sunderland · Gateshead · all NE towns
Spare Keys Cut & Coded
Durham · Sunderland · Gateshead · all NE towns
Emergency Lockout
Durham · Sunderland · Gateshead · all NE towns
Key Fob Repair
Durham · Sunderland · Gateshead · all NE towns
Non-Start Diagnostics
Durham · Sunderland · Gateshead · all NE towns
Lock Repair & Replacement
Durham · Sunderland · Gateshead · all NE towns
Ignition Repair & Replacement
Durham · Sunderland · Gateshead · all NE towns
Vans & Light Commercial
Durham · Sunderland · Gateshead · all NE towns
Not sure if you're in our area? Give us a ring — we travel further than you'd think. No call out charge.
Tell us about your car.
Fill in the details and send straight to us on WhatsApp or text. We'll come back to you with a firm price and an ETA — usually within minutes.
- Pick a call-back time — ASAP, later today, or tomorrow.
- Make, model, year, reg so we arrive with the right kit first time.
- No obligation — quote first, work only if you're happy.
Three steps. Back driving today.
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Call or WhatsApp
Send us your reg, make and model. We'll quote upfront — no surprises.
- 02
We come to you
Driveway, roadside, supermarket car park. Bring everything needed for the job.
- 03
Back on the road
Most jobs done in under an hour. Pay on completion — card or cash.
Straight answers.
Can you really make a key if I've lost every one?
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Yes. With modern diagnostic kit we can generate a brand-new working key on almost any vehicle, even with no original key present. Some prestige models take longer, but it's nearly always possible roadside.
How much does a replacement car key cost?
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It depends on make, model and year. Most cars sit between £120–£280 for a fully coded key — typically half what a main dealer charges. We'll quote on the phone or WhatsApp before we set off.
Do you work on all makes and models?
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Yes — from Ford, Vauxhall and VW through to BMW, Audi, Mercedes, Land Rover, BYD and most vans. If we can't help, you don't pay.
How quickly can you get to me?
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Within the core Durham / Sunderland / Gateshead area we aim for under 60 minutes. Out-of-hours and weekend callouts are available.
Do I need to be at home?
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No — we work wherever the car is. Roadside, work car park, shopping centre, anywhere safe to park.
Stuck right now?
Get in touch.
One call or message. Honest quote. We're usually with you before the kettle's boiled.