Would it have included a cuppa in Franchis, a look in GK Lee and trying out the latest shoes in Riddicks.
Would you have selected a DVD from Blockbuster or a gift from the Curiosity Shop?
How about fish and chips from Gills or the latest fashions from Geordie Jeans ?
Take a look through our 15 photos – of former shops and some still with us – and see how many of these scenes bring back memories of a great day out.
5. Pay a visit to Keltic Touch
Lots of fascinating items to enjoy at Keltic Touch on Dean Road, pictured here in 2007. | JPIMedia Resell Photo: SN
6. Top up the shopping at The Nook shops
You could get the latest video at Blockbuster and all your household needs at Somerfield. They were next door to each other at The Nook in 2006. | JPIMedia Resell Photo: TR
7. Buying the Sunday roast
And how about a perfect roast for the Sunday dinner from C and M Reay in Whiteleas Way, pictured in 2004. | JPIMedia Resell Photo: CL
8. Time for refreshments
How about a breather and a bite to eat, possibly from Gills fish and chip shop in Westoe Rod, seen here in 2003. | JPIMedia Resell Photo: CL