12 black and white retro photos from South Shields past

Take a trip down memory lane to South Shields in the past.

South Shields is known for its rich history.

Our beloved town has certainly changed over the years, becoming more modern, while certain areas have remained the same as they were back in the day.

In this gallery of black and white photographs from South Shields past, we take a trip down memory lane to take a look at how our town has evolved.

9. Fowler Street

A busy Fowler Street in 1971. | Shields Gazette

Children from Laygate Infant School in 1971. | Shields Gazette

South Shields Market, which still operates to this day, in 1982. | Shields Gazette

Children playing in South Frederick Street in 1995. | Shields Gazette