It's hard to believe it's been two decades since 2003 but somehow 20 years has passed.
Let's take a trip down memory lane to revisit some photos from that year.
Do you spot yourself or someone you know or can you tell us more about the photos?
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Happy times in Hebburn
The Victoria Kindergarten in 2003. Who do you recognise in this photo?