In the meantime, let’s re-live some memories by taking a look inside some of the borough’s hostelries in times gone by.
From the Steamboat to the Stag’s Head, we have plenty of reminders of locals from the Shields Gazette archives.
So whether they are waiting to re-open or are merely fond memories from a time gone by, let’s enjoy a look back to happy times in the pubs we’ve loved.
5. Cheers to the 2005 Jarrow memories
Graham Robertson at the Robin Hood pub in 2005. Photo: IB
6. Top times in Jarrow
Back to 2004 and Jess and Alison McConnell are in the picture. Photo: CL
7. Back to 2007 at the Bamburgh
Graeme Jack, manager of the Bamburgh was pictured at the pub 14 years ago after its success in a national real ale competition. Photo: TR
8. At the Stag's Head bar
The Stag's Head in 2006 after it was listed in a historical gig guide. Remember this? Photo: SN
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