Can you believe it was 19 years since these photos were taken.
It is time to re-live the memories with a look back at scenes which also include a bean bath on Red Nose Day and the Cookson Festival parade.
There are faces galore to recognise so why not join us as we step back in time.

. A flashback to 2003
Festivals and fundraisers. We have all that and more in our 2003 spotlight. Photo: sg

. Festival time in Jarrow
Making brooms at the Jarrow Festival with the expert help of wood smith Maurice Pyle. Photo: IB

. They're under way!
A fast start to the 2003 Pier To Pier race. Did you take part? Photo: IB

9. Shipshape at the Cookson Festival
The parade at the start of the Cookson Festival in 2003. Remember this? Photo: IB

10. Share your own memories
What are your memories of life in South Tyneside in 2003? Tell us more by emailing [email protected] Photo: sg