Happy faces at the South Shields camel parade.

Happy faces at the South Shields camel parade.

Can you spot yourself in our South Shields camel parade picture gallery?

Thousands of people turned out in South Shields to witness the town’s annual camel parade.

By Gavin Ledwith

Published 7th Dec 2019, 10:12 BST

Updated 7th Dec 2019, 11:10 BST

Our photographer Stuart Norton was alongside them on Friday night to capture all the action with this selection of pictures. Remember you can order copies of all our photographs by logging on here.

Braving the cold.

1. All wrapped up

Braving the cold. Photo: Stu Norton

One of the entertainers at the event.

2. Sparkling scene

One of the entertainers at the event. Photo: Stu Norton

The parade arrives.

3. The camels are coming.

The parade arrives. Photo: Stu Norton

Another young spectator.

4. Give me five

Another young spectator. Photo: Stu Norton