Can you believe all this happened on South Tyneside in 1980

Can you believe all this happened on South Tyneside in 1980 - take a look at these 17 scenes

It is hard to believe that 40 years have passed since these photographs were taken.

By Chris Cordner

Published 23rd Feb 2020, 16:00 BST

Updated 27th Feb 2020, 23:53 BST

But that’s exactly when this selection of 17 pictures were first taken on South Tyneside, showing school scenes, stage societies and charity events.

We had a sponsored fire engine pull and fun at the seaside.

So why not take a look and re-live a bygone era.

And we would love to hear from you with your own memories of South Tyneside from four decades ago.

So why not take a look and re-live a bygone era.

5. A sponsored tow

These firemen were towing a fire engine for charity. Remember this from April 1980? Photo: GZ

These keen people are practising pancake flips before the annual race organised by Hyde Street Venture Group. Remember this? Photo: Shields Gazette

Preparing the new track at Chichester to carry the Metro line to Newcastle. Remember this? Photo: Shields Gazette

All these players were ready to compete in the Westoe Lawn Tennis Club's junior tournament. Are you among them? Photo: Shields Gazette