

21 nostalgic reminders of Frederick Street's shops - but how many do you recognise?
There’s nothing like a touch of window shopping – and it’s even better when you can look back at some of the favourite shops of South Tyneside.
By Chris Cordner
Published 5th Oct 2019, 08:00 BST
Updated 5th Oct 2019, 08:00 BST
Here is a line-up of 21 shops you’ve loved in Frederick Street over the years.
How many do you recognise and which was your favourite?
Take a browse through, get in touch with your recollections, and watch out for more in the weeks to come.

1. George Mackays
A 1973 view, showing the inside of the George MacKay's DIY store. Photo: Shields Gazette

2. Halloween in 2009
The ladies from Jazz Hairdressing got all dressed up for Halloween in this Frederick Street view from 10 years ago. Photo: SN

3. Shops galore in 1988
How many of these shops do you remember from 31 years ago? Photo: Shields Gazette

4. Back to 1982
The Buyproducts store got our photographer's attention in this 1982 scene. Photo: Shields Gazette
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