The big day is approaching and we delved into the Shields Gazette archives to find reminders of Santa visiting South Tyneside in the lead-up to Christmas.
We found reminders from West Boldon in 2013, The Dunes in 2013, West Park Community Association in 1983 and Cleadon Methodist Church in 1985.
Were you pictured at one of these festive scenes? Take a look and then get in touch to tell us more.
Were you pictured at one of these festive scenes? Take a look and then get in touch to tell us more.
5. A flashback to 2018
First to see Santa in 2018. Remember this from Middleton Grange Shopping Centre?
Photo: Kevin Brady
6. Lots of helpers in Blackhall
Back to 2007 and the Blackhall Community Centre grotto was hugely popular.
Photo: GW
7. Ready to meet the public in 2008
Santa waits to meet his adoring fans at the Place in the Park in 2008.
Photo: FLR
8. A wave from Father Christmas
Santa Claus in his grotto at Middleton Grange in 2018.
Photo: Kevin Brady