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?
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.
9. Time for a dance
The Sports Week Inter Social Clubs Dance and Competition at the Elmfield Social Club in Hebburn in 1983. Remember this? Photo: Shields Gazette
10. A drink under the decorations
Back to December 1982 for this photo from the South Shields Labour and Social Club. Does this bring back happy memories? Photo: Shields Gazette