South Shields Market: the popular shopping haunt through the years
While online shopping may be becoming increasingly popular, sometimes you can't beat wandering the stores yourself - especially ones that are a bit different.
By Claire Schofield
Tuesday, 24th September 2019, 9:53 am
South Shields market is one such shopping gem, held in the traditional Market Square every Monday and Saturday, with the 18th century old Town Hall at its heart. Home to a varied array of stalls, including, toys, clothes, books and fresh fruit, the market is a great place to pick up a bargain. Here's a look at how it's evolved over the years.
1. Bargain hunting
Shoppers wander around the many market stalls on the hunt for a bargain in 1982
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2. Slow trading
Business was slow on this rainy market day in South Shields Market Place in 1992
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3. Huge variety
Shoppers had a great selection of products at their disposal, with everything from clothes and toys, to plants and household items
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