And the link between them all is they were all pictured in Laygate.
We have compiled a gallery of 11 great Laygate memories from the Shields Gazette archives, spanning 45 years of its history.
Have a look and see if you can spot someone you know.
9. The Brunny in Laygate
The Brunny pictured in 2008 in Laygate. Tell us if it was a favourite of yours. | TR
10. Dancing back to 2009
Hannah Knight was pictured on the day a new dance school opened at Trinity House, Laygate, 16 years ago. | sg Photo: IB
11. Fun at Laygate Community School
Laygate Community School pupils held pancake races with the help of Mavis Maughan and Tracey Tough from Asda in 2014. Photo: Tim Richardson
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