Ellie Goulding was topping the charts with Burn and Peter Capaldi was revealed as the new Dr Who.
Meanwhile back on South Tyneside, this lot were having a wonderful time on a night out at The Waterfront.
All of these fantastic photos were submitted to the Shields Gazette back then and we thank everyone who took the time to pose for them.
Have a look and see if you are in the picture and then get in touch to share your own memories.
Or maybe you would like to tell us about the nightclub or pub you would like to see featured in our retro section next.
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1. Faces galore
So many faces for you to recognise in this packed photo from a decade ago. Tell us if you recognise anyone. | other 3rd party
2. Memories from South Tyneside
Two more people who get our thanks for taking the time to pose for a great photo. | other 3rd party
3. Happy times in 2016
Such a happy reminder of fun times at The Waterfront 10 years ago. Get in touch to share your own memories. | other 3rd party
4. Tell us more
Get in touch if you were on camera in one of these great photos which were submitted to the Shields Gazette in 2016. | other 3rd party