Decembeard is a nationwide initiative to support sponsored beard growing in support of Bowel Cancer UK.
But we thought we would get you in the mood with some South Tyneside beard growing – and beard removing – scenes from the past. Who do you recognise in our retro colection?
Are you in the spotlight yourself? Take a look and then get in touch with your own memories.
5. Scott's support for charity
Scott Berry, from South Tyneside, was to shave his beard to raise funds for Cancer Research UK in 2016. Photo: Stu Norton
6. Beards in the picture
Teachers Sean Condon and Chris Crozier from St Joseph's RC School Hebburn show off their beards on a visit to Bill Quay Farm in 2004. Photo: TR
7. A close shave for Alan
Back to 2009 and Alan Harrison was having his beard shaved off by barber Fred McDonald to raise money for a worthy Hebburn cause. Can you tell us more? Photo: TR
8. Such a great effort from Joe
Charity beard grower Joe Grant raised more than £916 when he grew his facial hair to raise money for the Alzheimers Society in 2009. He is pictured with Debbie Keenan and Liz Williams. Photo: TR