In pictures: All the fun of the South Tyneside fairground in years gone by

What could be better than a day of fun at the fairground.

That’s what these people were doing in times gone by and here are some reminders of the attractions you could enjoy at South Tyneside.

How many of these scenes do you remember and what are your own memories of fun at the fair?

Take a look through our selection and then get in touch to tell us more.

5. All the thrills

Bouncy castle fun in this photo from 1980. Photo: Shields Gazette | SG

Leanne Urwin, 8, tucks into candy floss at the fairground in 1983. Photo: Shields Gazette | SG

Did you love a trip to the fairground? Photo: Shields Gazette | SG

Plenty of smiles in this 1976 scene. Does it bring back happy memories? Photo: Shields Gazette | SG