But which of these South Tyneside shopping scenes brings back most memories from times gone by?
And which would you have loved to be browsing round after months of missing them?
Take a look at these reminders of shops in the area over the years.

5. The changing face of Jarrow
New shops, with self contained flats above, are pictured in High Street in 1955. Photo: Shields Gazette

6. A VIP pays a visit
Shoppers in the Jarrow Precinct got the chance to meet Edward Heath in this November 1977 scene. Remember it? Photo: Shields Gazette

7. A chance to chat
A lovely scene as shoppers chat with friends in this Jarrow scene. But can you spot anyone you know? Photo: Shields Gazette

8. Window shopping 60 years ago
A November 1960 scene but who can tell us more. Photo: Shields Gazette
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