We have 11 reminders of Simonside Hall which include everything from building a new stand to the demolition of the stadium.
There’s winter reminders, the days when fans chipped in with a spot of painting and attempts to get the pitch ready on soggy winter mornings.
Take a look and get in touch if these scenes bring back happy memories.
5. Making preparations for a big match
A new barrier at Simonside Hall to ensure easy access to the stand for the international. But what was the occasion in 1968? Photo: Shields Gazette | SG
6. A busy scene from 1957
Workmen busy on the foundations of the new stand at Simonside Hall. Remember this from 1957? Photo: Shields Gazette | SG
7. A bitterly cold day
Six to eight inches of frost was enough to cancel the South Shields v Stockton game in the 1968 North Regional League Cup. Photo: Shields Gazette | SG
8. Preparing the pitch
Standing and forking the Simonside Hall pitch to get it ready for the 1966 game against Halifax Town. Pictured are Kenneth Smith, Kenneth Sanders and Kenneth Irvin. Photo: Shields Gazette | SG