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.

9. Pictured at the Prince of Wales pub
A 2007 view of the Prince of Wales in Prince Edward Road. Photo: TR

10. Pictured in Cleadon
Assistant manager Chris Thompson was in the picture in 2007 at the Britannia in Cleadon on the day it was officially smoke free. Photo: TR

11. Tell us more
We hope these scenes brought back lots of happy memories. If they did, email [email protected] and tell us more. Photo: sg
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