Just look at the fun these people were having with friends at the venue nine years ago.
We have 15 photos to share with you and all of them were submitted to the Shields Gazette in 2016.
In case you missed it;
1. A toast from 2016
Cheers to the memory of a great night out at the Grotto in 2016. | other 3rd party
2. Strength in numbers
Girl power on show in this great photo from the past, but we want to know who you recognise. | other 3rd party
3. Fabulous friends
Eight more faces for you to recognise in another great reminder from the Grotto. | other 3rd party
4. A stylish look back
Faces from 2016 but we want to know if you recognise any of the people in the picture. | other 3rd party
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