They all show Ryhope Allstars and they come to us from Susan Metcalf who is the band secretary.
And while these photos may be nostalgic, the band is very much still on the scene.
Susan told us: “Ryhope Allstars are still going and the only band left in the Sunderland area. We should be celebrating 61 years this year. We have moved this to next year.”
We’ll have more on the bands celebrations in the months to come. In the meantime, take a look at these Allstars photos through the decades.


6. What a line-up
A 1964 photo of Ryhope Allstars which was taken at Ryhope Cricket Club and Susan told us: "The smallest member on the picture is meand I am the founder's daughter. I run the band as secretary now. lots of people from Ryhope will recognise themselves in this picture." Photo: ugc

7. On the march
Ryhope's Allstars leading the annual carnival marching from Hollycarside to King George 5th Playing fields, Susan said: "This is where bands would come to compete against each other and Ryhope host the carnival." Photo: ugc

8. Maureen the mascot
Maureen Richardson was the Ryhope Allstars mascot in this photo. Susan told us: "Her mum Mary Richardson was on the Committee and her daughters later also marched in the band." Photo: ugc

