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 experience
- All
- Makes & models
- 24/7
- Emergency callout
- No
- Call-out charge
What North East drivers say.
"Lost my only Ford key at the school run. Kennedy's had me back on the road in 45 minutes — half the dealer quote."
"Transit van key snapped in the ignition. Came out same evening, sorted the lot. Proper craftsman."
"Spare BMW key cut on my driveway while I had a brew. Honest pricing, no surprises. Highly recommend."
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.
Indicative pricing
Honest, upfront prices.
Firm quote before we set off — typically half the main dealer. No call-out charge, no surprises.
Spare key cut & coded
from £120
All keys lost (most cars)
from £180
Key fob repair
from £45
Emergency lockout
from £65
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
Three steps. Back driving today.
- 01
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.
Areas we cover across the North East.
Durham-based and mobile every day across Durham, Sunderland, Gateshead and the wider NE postcodes — plus every surrounding town and village.
Durham
+84 more
Sunderland
+54 more
Gateshead
+37 more
Wider NE
+64 more
Not sure if you're in our area? We travel further than you'd think — and there's 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.
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.