From bell ringing at St Hilda’s to cross country runners at Redwell Comprehensive School – over 40 years have passed since these South Tyneside photos were taken. It’s the year when Adam & The Ants were riding high in the charts with Prince Charming and Stand And Deliver.
Soft Cell and Human League were just as successful and all this was happening closer to home.
Take a look and re-live some great times in 1981. And then get in touch if you have memories of your own to share.
Take a look and re-live some great times in 1981. And then get in touch if you have memories of your own to share.
9. A family tradition
Vicar of St Hilda's, the Rev Jim Vincent and the three Softley sisters who began a family tradition of bellringing. Left to right: Enid, Kath and Brenda in 1981. Photo: Shields Gazette