The NCS project saw youngsters sell tea and cakes to raise money for equipment, which was then to be used to restore the gardens at Harton Grange.
The NCS project saw youngsters sell tea and cakes to raise money for equipment, which was then to be used to restore the gardens at Harton Grange.

Nine happy memories from life in and around Harton - remember any of these times in the area?

It’s time to celebrate the communities of South Tyneside with a look back at great photos from the past.

By Chris Cordner
Thursday, 23rd July 2020, 6:00 am

Community spirit is alive and kicking in the area and here are some scenes to remind you of how it has always been there.

Were you pictured serving cakes or playing football. Did you line up for a cross country team photo or were you pictured getting your school dinner?

There are prom scenes, festive spirit and a retirement too.

So take a look, step back in time and then tell us more about Harton over the years.

There are prom scenes, festive spirit and a retirement too.

5. On the bowling green

A retro scene from Harton Bowling Club at Readhead Park.

Photo: Shields Gazette

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6. A joyful Christmas scene in 2014

Harton Primary School pupils look like they are loving the 2014 Camel Parade and Christmas Wonderland lights in St Hilda's Garden.

Photo: Stu Norton

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7. The heart of the community

West Harton sub post office in 1970. Does this bring back happy memories?

Photo: Shields Gazette

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8. So stylish in 2015

A lovely scene from the 2015 prom for Harton Technology College students.

Photo: Stu Norton

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