Meanwhile back in South Tyneside, you were painting in Jutland Avenue, and taking penalties in Wood Terrace.
You were fundraising at the Satellite pub, going behind the scenes at the pictures and going off camping in Whitburn.
You were doing all this and more and we have got the photographic proof thanks to some great photos from the Shields Gazette archives.
So take a look, re-live the memories and get in touch to tell us more.
9. A trip around the lake
Bank Holiday crowds at the South Marine Park in August 1980. They are watching as a steam engine takes another load of passengers for a trip around the lake. Photo: Shields Gazette
10. Pictured at the Roman fort
Roger Miket sits on top of the tile kiln, still reddened by the heat from a Roman Fort. Photo: Shields Gazette
11. Showing their karate moves in Perth Green
Members of the Perth Green Kenbu Waza Karate Club go through their paces demonstrating various movements in April 1980. Who do you recognise in the photo? Photo: Shields Gazette
12. Tell us more
How many of these 1980 scenes do you remember? Get in touch and tell us more by emailing [email protected] Photo: sg