King Street in South Shields was once a buzzing place to go with so many shops on offer.
In recent years the thriving high street has declined due to the rising rent costs and online shopping.
The high street has seen many major high street and independent brands over the years, but which was your favourite shop to visit and why?
Let's take a trip down memory lane and see of the most loved shops and events that have took place in King Street over the years.
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17. Hepworths
Hepworths made the headlines when its new shop in King Street opened in 1961. Photo: Shields Gazette | SG
18. Alexander’s and a snowy King Street
They were wrapped up against the snow in 1962. Photo: South Shields Gazette | SG
19. An Easter scene
This view from 1971 shows the 120th annual Procession of Witness as it marched down King Street into the Market Place for the Easter Service. Photo: Shields Gazette | SG
20. Browsing through the market options
Summer sun in 2013 brought out these shoppers. Photo: iain brown | IB