August is here and that means days by the sea, trying out the amusements and spending quality time with family.
Sounds great, but how did the people of South Tyneside spend their Augusts in decades gone by? They had picnics, bought the latest LPs, took a ride on the South Marine Park train and tucked into a meal at Frankies.
They went to the market or ordered a pint at Surfers, as shown in this great selection of Shields Gazette photo memories from 1964 to 1989.
Enjoy the jump back in time and then get in touch to share your own recollections by emailing [email protected]
1. Frankies for fish and chips
Frankie's take away cafe was the place to be for fish and chips, pop and ices. Or you could pop into the coffee bar next door for toys and souvenirs in 1989. | sg
2. T and G Allan's for surprises
Star Wars Darth Vader popped into T and G Allan's shop in King Street for a visit in 1983. His young fans were David Wardle, Lee Foster, Graham Hunter, Ben Alexander, Stewart Cross, Victoria Watson and Paul Kolster. | sg
3. Surfers at the Sea Hotel
After a day's exertion, how about some refreshments at the new Surfers' theme bar at the Sea Hotel, seen here in 1983. | sg
4. Trip to the market
A trip to the South Shields market was a great option on a hot August day. The Bertram family of South Shields sold bras and girdles from their stall and they would cost you from £1.99 in 1982. | sg