But which was your South Tyneside favourite? Was it Thorntons or Woolworths?
Perhaps you loved the more recent offerings at Swainston’s, Annies or The Little Sweet Shop.
We have got a selection of 15 photos to take you through sweet shops from all eras including the present.
Whether you loved a gobstopper or a toffee apple, take a look at our photo selection and see if your own favourite is there.
13. A new addition in 2015
Another view of Sweets and Treats in 2015. Which of these colourful sweets did you love the most? | JPIMedia Resell Photo: Stu Norton
14. So many choices
Wow, what a range of goodies at The Little Sweet Shop, pictured in 2012. | JPIMedia Resell Photo: iain brown
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We would love your memories of South Tyneside sweet shops over the years, whether it is of the ones we have included or other favourites. Get in touch and tell us more by emailing [email protected]. | JPIMedia Photo: AN