13 pictures from South Tyneside’s past - which decade would you most like to revisit?

What if you could step back in time to that favourite year or decade.

Which would be your favourite and why? That’s what we are asking in this Gazette Memory Lane trip.

Would it be the early 1900s or the 1990s. Would it be the 60s or the cinemas and seafront attractions of the 80s.

Here are some reminders of those great eras. But why not get in touch to tell us more about your favourite decade or year.

9. It’s the 70s in South Shields

The shops in Fowler Street in 1971. Does this bring back memories? Photo: Shields Gazette | SG

Laygate Infants School in 1971. What memories does this bring back? Photo: Shields Gazette | SG

Youngster queue for the last time at the Savoy cinema. Does this remind you of the 80s? Photo: Shields Gazette | SG

South Shields Market Place in August 1982. Were the 80s your favourite era? Photo: Shields Gazette | SG