And the Sunderland Echo archives got some of them on camera in the past as they looked for great buys.
Were you pictured? Did we take a photo of you as you looked for bargains in 2003 or how about in 2009?
We have 9 images to share so why not see if you can spot someone you know?

5. Plenty to browse round
Shoppers in 2003 but have you spotted someone you know? Photo: AB


7. Cards galore for these shoppers
Retail therapy for these 2003 shoppers. Is there someone you know in this photo? Photo: AB

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