Would you have gone to the market or Marks and Spencers?
Would you have visited Arbeia or the amusements, or had a drink at the Alum House.
Or maybe you fancied a visit to Raffles or Kings Bar.
Take a look at our 11 images and see if they reflect your typical weekend 30 years ago.
5. Riding the dodgems in 1990
What could be better than having a go on the rides at this South Shields amusement park in 1990. | JPIMedia Resell Photo: Shields Gazette
6. Having fun at the Roman fort
Here's a scene from April 2990 and it shows crowds watching demonstrations of Roman military techniques at South Shields Roam Fort Museum. Did you like to pay a visit back then? | JPIMedia Resell Photo: Shields Gazette
7. Sledging at Temple Park
If the weather's on the chilly side, how about a bout of sledging at Temple Park, just like these youngsters were doing in 1990? | JPIMedia Resell Photo: South Shields Gazette
8. Relaxing at the Alum House
After a busy day, what could be better than a visit to the ever popular Alum House. Here it is in 1990. | JPIMedia Resell Photo: Shields Gazette