The scene may have changes but these Shields Gazette archive photos show just how vibrant a venue it has been between 1965 and the 2020s.
Enjoy them all once more and then get in touch to share your own South Shields recollections by emailing [email protected]
5. Market memories
Market day in 1992 in South Shields Market Place. | SG Photo: Shields Gazette
6. We three kings in South Shields
Three kings riding real-life camels were the stars of the show at the Christmas lights switch-on in Market Place. Tell us if you recognise them. | sg
7. Flashback to February 2013
Students spontaneously danced in the Market Place in this event from 11 years ago. Were you there? | SG Photo: Shields Gazette
8. Back in time with Crissy Rock
Crissy Rock visited South Shields Market Place for book signings in 2013. Did you get to meet her? | sg Photo: sg
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