These pictures show happy faces pleased to be getting back to some sort of normality.
5. Pints are back!
Friends Lesley Dickinson and Claire Todd enjoying a drink at the Clover & Wolf, South Shields on Monday. Photo: Kevin Brady
6. Dining outdoors
Ken and pat Dodd, with grandson Isaac enjoying al fresco meal at The Clifton, South Shields on Monday. Photo: Kevin Brady
7. Welcome back!
Scott Carlucci of The Clifton was happy to be serving customers again. Photo: Kevin Brady
8. The Dockyard
The Sea Hotel has transformed its car park into a lively outdoor venue Photo: Kevin Brady