It was once an integral part of almost every High Street.
Many of you will have memories of visiting a Woolworths store in South Tyneside whether it was in Jarrow or South Shields.
We have reminders from the shoppers’ favourite with scenes from King Street in 1966 to the re-opening of a branch in 2006.
There’s plenty more besides including views from 1986, 1987 and 1990.
Have a look and see if you remember any of these scenes, or perhaps remember the things you loved to buy in Woolies.
Maybe you still have a product that you bought from the store which is still going strong.
We would love to hear from you so get in touch and tell us more by emailing [email protected]
5. Teddy takes the 1990 spotlight
A Teddy Bear was the prize when staff held a Valentine's Day draw in 1990. Pictured left to right: Alice Rackham, Marjorie Anderson, Margaret Simon, Vivienne Watkins. | sg
6. What a day for Christine
Christine Mowat of Boldon Colliery left Woolworths, South Shields after 18 years in 1987. As a surprise staff hired a white Rolls Royce to send her home in style. | sg
7. Conga time
Some of the staff of the South Shields store who did a conga round the South Marine Park lake in 1986. | sg
8. All for Sport Relief
The conga line just kept on stretching when the Woolworths South Shields staff raised money for Sport Relief in 1986. | sg