Officials are planning to have the Gala back in its usual format by 2021 when the pandemic is hopefully over.
Next month the ‘Big Meeting’ is being held online with a series of new content celebrating the spirit and values of the event.
In the meantime, let’s take a look at some Gazette archive photos showing South Tyneside banners and bands at the annual favourite.
We are hoping they will bring back wonderful memories of a great event which attracts thousands of people every year.
9. Westoe on the bridge
Westoe Lodge is pictured marching on Elvet Bridge 38 years ago. Photo: Shields Gazette
10. The spirit lives on of Marsden Lodge
The Marsden Lodge banner in Durham in 1983. Photo: Shields Gazette
11. Share your Miners Gala memories
Durham Miners Gala will be an online experience this year because of the pandemic. We would love your memories of the Gala in years gone by. To tell us more, email [email protected] Photo: gz