Would it have been to any of the stores which make it on to our archive selection of shops from South Tyneside in 1985 and 1986?
We have everything from a cleaners to a men’s clothing shop, a shoe repair specialists and a place to sell your camera.
So take a look and see how many scenes you remember.
1. Frederick Street in 1985
If your shoes did need a repair, how about a trip to this Frederick Street shop. Photo: Shields Gazette
2. A trip to Wades
The window advert promises unbeatable prices at Wades. What are your memories of shopping there in the mid 1980s? Photo: Shields Gazette
3. Alan Brown Photographics
Did you buy or sell a camera at Alan Brown Photographics in 1985? Photo: Shields Gazette
4. Burtons in Jarrow
Back to September 1985 and a view of Burtons in Jarrow precinct. Photo: Shields Gazette
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