But now here’s the question, which Wearside shops would you have gone to? Was it Joplings for toys, Tommy Rowntrees for the turkey and Milburns for the Christmas cake?
We have all these and more as we go on a shopping spree in Sunderland’s past with the help of Bill Hawkins from the Sunderland Antiquarian Society.
Have a look and virtual shop at these stores, and then get in touch to tell us about your own favourites.
9. All aboard!
The Joplings Christmas toy fair in 1962. Photo: Bill Hawkins. Photo: Bill Hawkins
10. Where did you shop?
Which was your favourite shop at Christmas? Tell us more by emailing [email protected]. Photo: Bill Hawkins
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