Today, we look at the times when we were blessed to welcome Queen Elizabeth II to South Tyneside.
We saw crowds turn out in their thousands to see her at Bede’s World, St Joseph’s RC Primary School and the Metro.
Here are 9 photos from her time in the South Tyneside area.
. So much love in South Tyneside
Queen Elizabeth ll was a much-loved visitor in South Tyneside. Did you meet her? Photo: sg
. Such a special day
South Tyneside schoolchildren pictured as they met the Queen. Were you among them? Photo: TR
1. Such a special day
South Tyneside schoolchildren pictured as they met the Queen. Were you among them? Photo: TR
2. A warm welcome
Her Majesty got a wonderful welcome on a visit to St Joseph's RC Primary School. Did you meet her? Photo: sg
3. On the Metro
So much warmth for Her Majesty for the crowds gathered at the Metro. Photo: sg
4. Meeting Her Majesty 22 years ago
A visit to South Tyneside in 2000. Photo: sg