Queues were building outside fish and chip shops across South Tyneside throughout the day as households picked up their traditional Good Friday meals this Easter weekend.
The coastline was packed with families and these are some of the top photos from throughout the day.
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Jacqui Coxon from Gateshead travelled to South Shields for the famous Colmans fish and chips. Photo: Ian McClelland
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The Good Friday fish and chip customers queue in Ocean Road. Photo: Ian McClelland
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Georgia Mason from Shiney Row and her son Tyler, age 10 took a trip to Ocean Road for their Good Friday treat. Photo: Ian McClelland
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Suzie Cooper from Linthorpe travelled to Ocean Road,South Shields for her Good Friday fish and chips. Photo: Ian McClelland
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