It was an interesting mix of a giant seagull, Jack Sparrow and The Beatles - all combined with a load of rain.
But it didn’t stop 2,000 people from coming to watch the South Tyneside Summer Parade 10 years ago. Hopefully it won’t stop you from watching these reminders of a wonderful event which had you singing in the rain in 2016.
Marsden Colliery band got the festival celebrations underway which featured a huge array of sea creatures, pirates, sailors and even The Beatles in their Yellow Submarine float.
A Shields Gazette story at the time said: “The organisers chose the theme of Maritime Mayhem to mark the borough seafaring and shipping history and there was everything from Captain Jack Sparrow through to giant seagulls.”
But don’t just take our word for it. Have a look through these great photos and then get in touch to share your own memories by emailing [email protected]
1. Perfect pirates
Pirate fun of the highest order at the 2016 parade in South Shields. Tell us if you were there. | sg
2. Smiling in the rain
Even the civic dignitaries enjoyed the entertainment in the rain in South Shields in 2016. | sg
3. So colourful
A fantastic show from these colourful dancers during the South Tyneside Summer Parade a decade ago. | sg
4. A great show
The maritime theme was continued in style by these wonderful performers in South Tyneside. | sg