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Thirty two years ago, Park Lane and the surrounding area had shops for all tastes and they featured in the Sunderland Echo.Now, we’re spotlighting them once again and asking ‘how many do you remember’.
Did you regularly shop in town and which shops do you now miss most. Did you buy toys in Joseph’s toy store, book a holiday or buy your albums in our once thriving town centre?
If these scenes bring back happy memories, email [email protected].
In the meantime, take a browse through these scenes for a spot of retro shopping.
5. Shoes and amusements
Timpson the shoe people are just visible in the foreground with Mason Amusements over the road. Photo: SE
6. One for the brides
Bridesworld of Park Lane had everything you need for the bride, groom and attendants. And you could also hire a Rolls Royce from the same place. Also pictured are Downey's Coral and Louis. Photo: SE
7. Park Lane
A bustling scene with Park Lane Drapes nearest the camera, in the Athenaeum Developments. It specialised in 'all your curtains and soft furnishings'. Photo: SE
8. Cards and Cuddlies
Cards and Cuddlies in Park Lane reckoned it had one of the largest selections of plush toys in Sunderland. You would find it opposite Louis. Photo: SE