Grandstand, Big Break and Noel’s House Party were all Christmas TV favourites but what was happening closer to home in 1993?
It was the year when we welcomed the Queen, Prince Phillip, Princess Anne and Princess Diana to Sunderland.
But it was also the year when some long-standing Wearside institutions closed forever.
To find out more, take a look through our photo selection.
1. The end of a Binns era
Binns staff gathered for a closing down party in January 1993. Can you spot someone you know? Photo: SE
2. A warm welcome Your Majsty
Sunderland welcomed The Queen in 1993 and her itinerary included a visit to Homeworthy Furniture in May of that year. Photo: se
3. A Sunderland legend
John Kay is stretchered off the pitch during Sunderland's game with Birmingham City. Photo: se
4. A warm welcome for Princess Diana
Princess Diana was pictured at St Benedicts Hospice in September 1993. Photo: Sunderland Echo