There's always fun to be had at the Gala as these revellers found out in 1977.There's always fun to be had at the Gala as these revellers found out in 1977.
There's always fun to be had at the Gala as these revellers found out in 1977.

Can you spot someone you know in these Wearside memories of the Miners Gala from years gone by

The pandemic has put paid to this year’s Miners Gala going ahead on the streets of Durham.

But if you are missing the Gala and it’s wonderful atmosphere, here’s a reminder.

Every one of these photos is from the Sunderland Echo archives and they all show collieries from the Wearside area enjoying their day out.

The question is … can you spot someone you know? Take a look.

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