These 18 photos show people enjoying the beaches in South Shields over the years. Can you spot yourself or anyone you know in the photos?
13. Ice cream for everyone
Enjoying ice cream at South Shields beach Photo: Shields Gazette
14. Smiles at South Shields
1980. Surfing at South Shields beach over the Bank Holiday weekend Photo: Shields Gazette
15. Splashing in the sea at South Shields
Splashing in the sea at South Shields during a heatwave in August 1973 Photo: Shields Gazette
16. Cold beach day
1979. Playing in the sand on a cold day at South Shields beach Photo: Shields Gazette