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]
13. In the 2016 picture
Flagging up another wonderful reminder of the 2016 event which had thousands of people watching. | sg
14. Colourful costumes
Costumes of many colours and these youngsters were having a great time in the parade. | sg
15. Rocking back in time
They might have been drenched but they were still having fun on the parade in 2016. | sg