It was a memorable day in July 1977 when Gypsies Green became the centre of attention and photographer Freddie Mudditt was there to capture it all.
Here are 9 of his photos from the Silver Jubilee event and we hope they bring back memories for you.
The images come to us courtesy of Fietscher Fotos of South Shields which was the name of Freddie’s photography studio. Its Facebook group, which is run by Freddie’s daughter Julia Northam, can be found here.
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. Back to 1977
So many great memories from a special day in South Shields history. Photo: Freddie Mudditt (Fietscher Fotos) Photo: Photo: Freddie Mudditt (Fietscher Fotos)
. Welcome, Your Majesty
Delighted crowds get a close-up view of the Queen. Can you spot someone you know? Photo: Freddie Mudditt (Fietscher Fotos) Photo: Photo: Freddie Mudditt (Fietscher Fotos)
. Happy times
Her Majesty looking so happy during her time in South Tyneside. Photo: Freddie Mudditt (Fietscher Fotos) Photo: Photo: Freddie Mudditt (Fietscher Fotos)
1. Greeting the crowds
Flags and a fantastic welcome. Photo: Freddie Mudditt (Fietscher Fotos) Photo: Photo: Freddie Mudditt (Fietscher Fotos)
2. Inside the stadium
Were you in the audience when the Queen came to South Tyneside? Photo: Freddie Mudditt (Fietscher Fotos) Photo: Photo: Freddie Mudditt (Fietscher Fotos)
3. Huge crowds
A procession is under way in the stadium. Does this bring back memories for you? Photo: Freddie Mudditt (Fietscher Fotos) Photo: Photo: Freddie Mudditt (Fietscher Fotos)
4. Happy times
Her Majesty looking so happy during her time in South Tyneside. Photo: Freddie Mudditt (Fietscher Fotos) Photo: Photo: Freddie Mudditt (Fietscher Fotos)