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Retro

Were you pictured at the charity bus pull in May 1988? And what more can you tell us about this event? Photo: Shields Gazette

13 retro photos to remind you of life in South Tyneside in 1988 Evie Lake

In the saddle at Atlantic. Does this bring back happy memories? Photo: Wayne Groves

11 pictures from a rodeo night at Atlantic in South Shields in 2004 Evie Lake

Margaret Sanderson (known as M.S Saxon), has released a book set in South Shields in 1986.

Novel based on life in South Shields in 1986 to be released Holly Allton

Boys having fun. Photo: Wayne Groves.

Nine pictures from a foam party at Eivissa in South Shields in 2005 Evie Lake

The new South Shields Legion and Workingmen’s Club in 1966. Does this bring back happy memories? Photo: Shields Gazette

Memories from South Tyneside’s working men’s clubs Evie Lake

After all that shopping, why not enjoy some social time at the Club Zhivago bar and lounge. Photo: Shields Gazette

Nine retro photos of South Tyneside’s 1970s shops and clubs Evie Lake

Plessey workers were pictured leaving their meeting at the Unionist Club, South Shields, in 1969. Photo: Shields Gazette

Nine retro photos of Plessey’s in South Tyneside- did you work there? Evie Lake

A winter scene at Simonside Hall in February 1969. Photo: Shields Gazette

11 photos to remind you when South Shields FC played at Simonside Hall

South Shields town centre fell silent last September.

Remembering when South Shields fell silent for the Queen’s funeral Jason Button

Friends on a night out but do you recognise them? Photo: Wayne Groves.

Nine photos from a night out in South Shields in 2009- Ganoot style Evie Lake

Hundreds of balloons released from Harton Junior School in May 1990. Can you spot someone you know? Photo: Shields Gazette

Nine retro photos of South Tyneside schools in 1990 Evie Lake

K Price, general manager of Binns, South Shields, cuts the cake to celebrate the firm's 50th anniversary in the town in 1977. Pictured left to right re: E Dennison, G Witten, assistant general manager; and Mrs R Cooper, boutique buyer. Photo: Shields Gazette

Nine retro photos of Binns in South Shields- re-live the memories Evie Lake

18 retro South Tyneside dancing scenes from years gone by Evie Lake

The hobby shop in Frederick Street. Was it a place you loved to visit? Photo: sg

Nine pictures of shops and pubs in South Tyneside in the 1980s Evie Lake

GK Lee’s in 1977. Does this scene bring back happy memories? Photo: Shields Gazette

Ten retro scenes of South Shields’ Fowler Street through the decades Evie Lake

Take a look at these wonderful reminders from South Tyneside in 1987 Ryan Smith

Nine retro photos from inside South Tyneside’s social clubs Evie Lake

What a great outfit in 2009. Photo: SN

Nine of the best fancy dress outfits from the 2000s Great North Runs Evie Lake

Seven great memories from a 2007 Viva night out in South Shields Ryan Smith

Tommy's party in 2007. Were you there? Photo: IB

Nine reminders of life in South Tyneside in 2007- are you pictured? Evie Lake

Lord Blyton Primary School pupils supported Age UK's Bobble Day in 2013. They were joined by chair of Governors Alice Malcolm and Age UK South Tyneside's Victoria Dunn, back right

South Tyneside school memories in photos Hayley Lovely

Staff from Allen Bradley's factory on the Bede Estate, Jarrow, held a mini Miss World contest in 1979. Did you work at the factory? Photo: Shields Gazette

Nine photos of Jarrow from the 1950s to 1990s- what can you remember? Evie Lake

Fabulous at Dusk but do these photos bring back great memories? Photo: Kevin Ho.

Nine photos from a classic 2010s night out in South Shields Evie Lake

Is there someone you know in this scene? Photo: Wayne Groves.

On the dance floor: 19 memories from a 2008 South Shields night out Evie Lake

Loads of faces but how many do you recognise? Photo: Wayne Groves. Photo: Wayne Groves

Nine throwback photos from a 2004 night out at Coast in South Shields Evie Lake

Results day memories in South Tyneside

Nine photos from GCSE results day in South Tyneside down the years Jason Button

Look at the delight on the faces of these fans as they enjoy a very special moment. Photo: Stu Norton

Nine photos from Joe McElderry’s 2010 album launch- were you pictured? Evie Lake

What could be better than watching the bird population at Marsden Rock, just like this couple in August 1963.

11 pictures of South Tyneside summers in the 1960s Evie Lake

The Tall Ships were pictured leaving the Tyne in 2005, but were you there to see them off? Photo: IB

20 photos you will remember if you lived in South Tyneside in 2005 Evie Lake

Were you pictured taking a penalty at the Wood Terrace field day? Photo: Shields Gazette

26 retro photos of South Tyneside in the early 1980s Evie Lake

Skiers on the Cleadon Hills in December 1976. Photo: Shields Gazette

29 retro photos to bring back memories of South Tyneside in the 1970s Evie Lake

A wonderful reminder of Les Dennis with the showgirls at his Bents Park show. Remember this from July 1990? Photo: sg

The celebrities who came to South Tyneside: How many did you see? Evie Lake

Inside South Tyneside’s bars - 9 retro photos of your local Evie Lake

St James Junior School, Hebburn netball team who won the South Tyneside Junior School's Netball League in 1978. Who do you recognise in the photo? Photo: Shields Gazette

Was this how your schooldays looked in South Tyneside? Evie Lake

Hebburn Crusaders Jazz Band with their new banner in May 1972. Is there someone you know in this photo? Photo: Shields Gazette

Nine scenes to remind you of life in South Tyneside in 1972 Evie Lake

All the fun of the South Tyneside fairground in years gone by Evie Lake

Monkton Infants school pupils have a Space themed day to celebrate World Book Day. Does this bring back memories from 2011? Photo: sg

16 archive photos of life in South Tyneside in the early 2010s Evie Lake

Daily chores being carried out in 1969 i the shadow of the tanker Esso Northumbria, which was to be launched on the Tyne by Princess Anne. Photo: Shields Gazette

11 stunning photos as we look back at South Tyneside in the late 1960s Evie Lake

These young day trippers gathered in the Prince of Wales car park before their 1990s visit to Flamingoland. Did you love the 90s best of all?

13 pictures from South Tyneside’s past Evie Lake

It's March 1983 and the St Joseph's RC under 14s team is pictured standing with the Alexander Murray Cup after beating Hebburn Comprehensive School. Does this bring back memories? Photo: Shields Gazette

11 photos you will remember if you lived on South Tyneside in 1983

WML image of the train wreckage.

Event to remember notorious train derailment during General Strike By The Newsroom

How South Shields looked in the 1980s - life in South Tyneside Evie Lake

We are sharing these great memories of South Tyneside summers in the 1960s.

Take a trip back to summertime in South Tyneside during the 1960s Ryan Smith

13 great fancy dress costumes from over the years in South Tyneside Ryan Smith

How many of these sunshine scenes do you remember?

Nine retro scenes of South Tyneside in the sunshine Ryan Smith

The Batchelors were a big hit when they visited Atkinsons in Sunderland in 1967. Was it record shop that you remember?

Nine North East record shops music lovers may remember from years past Evie Lake

The Rumours at the Charles Young Centre in December 1986. Pictured, front, left to right are: Leigh Chandler, Adele Keenan and Paul Sweeny; back, Kev Bonner, Lee Carmen and Richie Baxendale. Remember this? Photo: sg

9 photos you will remember if you lived in South Tyneside in the 1980s Evie Lake

Pub scenes from South Tyneside. Are you in the picture? Photo: Wayne Groves.

Seven more photos from a 2007 ‘Ganoot’ South Shields pub crawl Ryan Smith

These choir members of St Mark's and St Cuthbert's Church, Quarry Lane won the Dean's Award from the Royal School of Church Music in 1991. Pictured left to right are: Rachel Matheson, Caroline Smith, Ashleigh Simpson and Kate Matheson. Photo: Shields Gazette

Nine throwback photos from South Tyneside in 1991 Evie Lake

Nine fantastic photos from a 2009 ‘Ganoot’ pub crawl in South Shields Ryan Smith

Enjoying a night out in South Shields Photo: CL

19 pictures of nights out in South Shields in the early noughties Evie Lake

19 reminders of mining life in South Tyneside’s pits Evie Lake

A May 1993 showing the Perseverance Social Club at Tyne Dock. Are you pictured? Photo: Shields Gazette

12 great scenes from the social clubs of South Tyneside Evie Lake

Brockley Whins sweet shop in 1962. Does this bring back happy memories?

How many of these 1960s South Tyneside shops do you remember? Evie Lake

howaddywaddy returned to South Shields and met their fans in 1994. Photo: Shields Gazette

Nine pictures of life in South Tyneside in 1994 as we rewind 29 years Evie Lake

Looks like these youngsters were off to the corner shop in this 1972 view of St Vincent Street. Photo: Shields Gazette

29 photos of how these South Tyneside streets used to look Evie Lake

New equipment. including tape recorders, radios and film equipment, were regularly used at Ocean Road and a special room was set aside for these teaching aids. Photo: Shields Gazette

8 photos and memories of South Tyneside schools in the 1970s Evie Lake

We take a look at some colourful reminders of nights out in the mid 2000s.

Inside Glitterball, Chase and Bizz Bar - nine archive photos Ryan Smith

South Shields surfers Neil Thursby, left, Stuart Murray, centre and Geoffrey Seagrove. Remember this from 44 years ago? Photo: Shields Gazette

10 South Tyneside memories from 1977- how much can you remember? Evie Lake

Bank Holiday crowds at the South Marine Park in August 1980. They are watching as a steam engine takes another load of passengers for a trip around the lake. Photo: Shields Gazette

12 photos to take you back to South Tyneside in 1980 Evie Lake

Memories from 17 years ago. Photo: Wayne Groves. Photo: Wayne Groves

Nine more unseen photos from a South Shields night out in 2005 Evie Lake

We take a look at last year’s Bents Park summer concert.

16 photos from last year’s Bents Park summer concerts in South Shields Holly Allton

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