Memories from South Tyneside’s working men’s clubs - from the weekly dance to trophy night

Published 22nd Sep 2023, 06:00 BST

Let’s take a trip down memory lane.

Social and working men’s clubs have been a stronghold in South Tyneside for decades.

The Gazette archives contain lots of images from the popular clubs of the area over the years and they show everything from people having a quiet pint to dance night.

We have got a reminder of trophy nights in Hebburn and at the Perserverance. Perhaps our 1969 scene at the Alberta Social Club lounge will bring back memories.

Take a look at these 10 photographs and see if you are in the picture.

Is one of these clubs a favourite of yours?

1. Enjoying a chat in 1966

The new South Shields Legion and Workingmen’s Club in 1966. Does this bring back happy memories? Photo: Shields Gazette | SG

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2. Hebburn memories from the 70s

These cadets were pictured as they collected awards at the Social Club, Hebburn in 1977. Have you spotted someone you know? Photo: Shields Gazette | SG