11 lovely reminders of summertime in South Tyneside in the 1960s- how much has changed in six decades?

Published 7th Jun 2024, 11:30 BST

Here’s a reminder of summers past in South Tyneside six decades ago.

Summertime and the memories are aplenty of how we whiled away the hours in times gone by.

But how did the people of South Tyneside pass the time in the summer of the early 60s?

Bars, beaches, browsing the shops and taking in the latest film were just some of the answers.

But don’t just take our word for it. Take a look at these photo reminders of life in the sweltering 60s.

Galas and fairs always had something good to offer and here's one at the South Shields stadium in the summer of 1963.

1. A trip to the gala

Galas and fairs always had something good to offer and here's one at the South Shields stadium in the summer of 1963. | SG Photo: Shields Gazette

With the windbreaker at their backs, the box of Tudor crisps, sandwiches and a cuppa, this family is all set for a great day out by the sea in 1964.

2. Enjoying a picnic

With the windbreaker at their backs, the box of Tudor crisps, sandwiches and a cuppa, this family is all set for a great day out by the sea in 1964. | SG Photo: Shields Gazette

Back to April 1964 and 18 month old Shirley Hughes is enjoying her time at the amusement park.

3. Fancy a fairground ride?

Back to April 1964 and 18 month old Shirley Hughes is enjoying her time at the amusement park. | SG Photo: Shields Gazette

These youngsters were taking it easy in Monkton Dene Park, Jarrow. in 1962

4. Relaxing in the Jarrow sun

These youngsters were taking it easy in Monkton Dene Park, Jarrow. in 1962 | SG Photo: Shields Gazette

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