And that’s exactly what we have done with a nostalgic look at Simonside with 9 photos from the Shields Gazette archives.
We have reminders of a long-serving barmaid, local footballers, a primary school fun day and a Christmas Nativity.
Can you spot someone you know? Join us as we journey into the past.
5. Bike skills on show in 2012
A trials bike display show for Simonside Primary School pupils in 2012. Can you spot someone you know? Photo: Stu Norton
6. Fun on the drums
A fun day at Simonside Primary School in 2014. Were you pictured on the drums? Photo: Stu Norton
7. Back of the net! It's 2011
Footballers from Simonside were given funding for another year and here they are in 2011 alongside Lord Blyton School head teacher Jo Atherton. Who can tell us more? Photo: Stu Norton
8. Excellent at abseiling in 2013
Abseil training at Simonside Climbing Wall 8 years ago. Does this bring back memories? Photo: Tim Richardson