It’s the era when you might have enjoyed London’s Burning and Lovejoy on television.
But we want your memories of life closer to home in the year we are spotlighting in our latest retro feature.
It is 1986 and to jog your memory, here are some reminders of Bedewell Junior School, Boldon Comprehensive, Dykelands Drill Hall and Cleadon Village Drama Group.
There’s much more as well but the only way to find out is by browsing through our archive collection of photos.
. Lots of faces from the 80s
Memories from 35 years ago. Can you spot someone you know? Photo: sg
. Engrossed in a good book
Boldon Comprehensive School students were holding a sponsored read in aid of Multiple Sclerosis Research in November 1986. Are you pictured? Photo: sg
. Cleaning up in the drill hall
St Cuthberts Cubs were polishing boots at Dykelands Drill Hall in April 1986. Who are the Cubs in the picture? Photo: sg
1. Engrossed in a good book
Boldon Comprehensive School students were holding a sponsored read in aid of Multiple Sclerosis Research in November 1986. Are you pictured? Photo: sg
2. Cleaning up in the drill hall
St Cuthberts Cubs were polishing boots at Dykelands Drill Hall in April 1986. Who are the Cubs in the picture? Photo: sg
3. The latest addition
Fishmonger Pete Mackay of Pete's fresh fish shop in Dean Road with one of the latest imports - squid rings in September 1986. Photo: sg
4. Recognise anyone?
The Rumours at the Charles Young Centre in December 1986. Pictured, front, left to right are: Leigh Chandler, Adele Keenan and Paul Sweeny; back, Kev Bonner, Lee Carmen and Richie Baxendale. Remember this? Photo: sg