How many people do you recognise in these retro Chinese New Year scenes?How many people do you recognise in these retro Chinese New Year scenes?
How many people do you recognise in these retro Chinese New Year scenes?

Nine pictures from Chinese New Year celebrations in South Tyneside over the years - from lanterns to dragon dancing

We are turning back the clock in spectacular style as we celebrate the Chinese New Year.

And as these archive photos show, the people of South Tyneside have been no strangers to enjoying colourful celebrations of the event in years gone by.

We have dragon dancing at West Boldon Primary in 2009 and tasty treats at Hebburn Comprehensive in 2007. There were colourful fans at St Wilfrid’s RC School in 2016 and lanterns at Ashfield Nursery in 2006.

But don’t just take our word for it. Take a look at these photos from the Gazette archives and enjoy the memories.

But don’t just take our word for it. Take a look at these photos from the Gazette archives and enjoy the memories.

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