It was South Shields first nightclub and it still holds a place in the hearts of many people.
La Strada in Mill Dam was first opened in 1961 and was still pulling in customers in the 1990s but we wonder how many of these facts you knew about the popular venue.
A hypnotist with a humorous act, a singer who represented Britain and even a competition to choose a new name all made the Shields Gazette headlines in the past.
We are sharing them all once more so have a look at our photo memories and see how many you remember.
Or perhaps you would like to tell us about other types of nostalgia you would want to see in our retro section.
It might be memories of your favourite shop, club, nightclub or restaurant. Maybe you want to get back in touch with former workmates from a factory, or with pals who you went to school with.
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5. All in the name
Shields Gazette readers had a part to play in the club's future in 1995. We asked them to come up with a new name for La Strada because it was about to have a big relaunch. The winner would get a lifetime VIP membership to the club and a £50 cash prize. | sg
6. Roger Whittaker
Folk singer Roger Whittaker (he of Old Durham Town fame) contacted the Shields Gazette after the closure of the club to share his memories of performing there. He said La Strada was perhaps the best club in the country during the Sixties. (Photo by George Stroud/Daily Express/Hulton Archive/Getty Images) | Getty Images
7. Strict rules
The club had a strict policy that all men had to wear a tie if they wanted to be admitted to La Strada.
8. No charge in 1988
Women could get into La Strada for free throughout 1988. And Saturdays had no cover charge at all in the Springtime that year. Relaxing with a beer in the German bar, is Barney McKie, manager of La Strada in 1968.