9 South Tyneside memories from 1981 - the year of Bucks Fizz, Prince Charming, and Hall and Oates

By Chris Cordner

Published 4th Apr 2021, 07:00 GMT

From bell ringing at St Hilda’s to cross country runners at Redwell Comprehensive School – 40 years have passed since these South Tyneside photos were taken.

It’s the year when Adam & The Ants were riding high in the charts with Prince Charming and Stand And Deliver.

Soft Cell and Human League were just as successful and all this was happening closer to home.

Take a look and re-live some great times in 1981. And then get in touch if you have memories of your own to share.

Debra Downey tries out her artistic skill on Kay Connelly at the Wood Terrace Field Day. Photo: Shields Gazette

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