You’d be amazed at the vast array of wonderful goodies you could have bought at South Tyneside charity shops over the years.
Boots, bags and books of all varieties are just the start of the bargains you could have picked up.
We gathered up a selection of Shields Gazette photo memories from 2003 to 2017, taking in shops across the borough.
If you wanted a record player, Christmas LP, dolls or garden tools, you could have got it in South Tyneside
Have a look at our collection and then get in touch with memories of your best and most unusual buys in one of the area’s charity shops.
And remember to support these important parts of our communities, to make sure that they continue to thrive.
Tell us about your best charity store buys. Email [email protected] to tell us more.
9. Garden tools at the Salvation Army
The Salvation Army shop in Jarrow had plenty of custom - and stock including garden tools - when it opened in the Summer of 2008. | sg
10. Jewellery box at Age Concern
Skirts, tops and a jewellery box took pride of place at Age Concern in Fowler Street in this 2008 scene. Manager Chris Vygus is pictured. | sg
11. LPs at St Clare's Hospice shop
Fancy a Christmas singalong? You could do it with the LPs for sale at the St Clare's Hospice charity shop in Horsley Hill in 2003. | sg