It was a memorable day in July 1977 when Gypsies Green became the centre of attention and photographer Freddie Mudditt was there to capture it all.
Here are 9 of his photos from the Silver Jubilee event and we hope they bring back memories for you.
The images come to us courtesy of Fietscher Fotos of South Shields which was the name of Freddie’s photography studio. Its Facebook group, which is run by Freddie’s daughter Julia Northam, can be found here.
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5. Saying hello
Lots of faces to recognise in this 1977 picture. Photo: Freddie Mudditt (Fietscher Fotos) Photo: Photo: Freddie Mudditt (Fietscher Fotos)
6. Reflections on the past
The Queen and Prince Philip provided a day of memories for so many people. Photo: Freddie Mudditt (Fietscher Fotos) Photo: Photo: Freddie Mudditt (Fietscher Fotos)
7. Arriving at the stadium
Ready to meet the crowds. Photo: Freddie Mudditt (Fietscher Fotos) Photo: Photo: Freddie Mudditt (Fietscher Fotos)
8. A big day
Ready to meet the crowds - and look at the huge line of buses which ferried thousands of people to the stadium. Photo: Freddie Mudditt (Fietscher Fotos) Photo: Photo: Freddie Mudditt (Fietscher Fotos)