But which was the best venue on Wearside and County Durham for a festive ‘do’ in years gone by?
That’s the question that we put to followers of Wearside Echoes which is the Sunderland Echo’s specialist nostalgia page on Facebook.
Members had plenty of suggestions so take a look and see if you agree with their choice.
5. Chesters
The Chesters in 1986. Its Christmas parties got the thumbs-up from Wearside Echoes follower Dawn Kirtley. Photo: Sunderland Echo
6. Wetherells
Wetherells was the best for Christmas parties according to Catherine Meddes. Photo: se
7. Club 11
Villiers later became Club 11 and that was a favourite with Anne Stamp. Photo: se
8. The Continental
Pensioners enjoy a spin around the dance floor at the Sunderland Age Concern Olde Tyme Dance and tombola at the Continental Hotel. It was also a Christmas favourite with Jean Rogers who had some 'fantastic' times there. Photo: SE