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.
Read South Tyneside's news on the go with our free email newsletters - bringing the headlines to your inbox. Catch up on the day's news and sport and enjoy even more from your Gazette. Visit our website here to find out more and sign up.

29. Saying goodbye to Internacionale
It was the end for Internacionale in King Street in 2014. Did you love to pay a visit? Photo: Craig Leng | Craig Leng

30. Getting that festive feeling
Former Atomic Kitten star Liz McClarnon was the celebrity who switched on the Christmas lights in King Street in 2008. Did you go along? Photo: SN | SN

31. Bank holiday entertainment
Fire eaters, jugglers and Marco the Clown all provided the Bank Holiday entertainment for the King Street crowds in 2003. Were you there? Photo: IB | IB


