10 reminders of life in Sunderland in 1984 - from a starstruck donkey to Park Lane market
The answer is they were all in the headlines in 1984. This, and so much more, is all part of our retro spotlight on life in Sunderland and County Durham 37 years ago.
We’ve got a reminder of the Thorney Close 55 Club, the children’s panto parade in Sunderland and a gang show which had an aerobics theme.
But don’t just take our word for it. Join us as we look back on Wearside life in the 80s.
1. Fun at the carnival
Bouncing around on the inflatable at the Sunderland Carnival showfield at Seaburn. Is there someone you know in the photo? Photo: Sunderland Echo
2. Spotlight on Carly
Carly, the star struck donkey made her third appearance at Sunderland Empire in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat. Here she is with Monkwearmouth School Choir whose members were also in the show. Photo: Sunderland Echo
3. Great memories from Thorney Close
Thorney Close "55" Club Christmas party. Remember this from December 1984? Photo: Sunderland Echo
4. John takes the driving seat
ohn Richardson, of Thorney Close, at the Tyne and Wear PTE Wheatsheaf workshops open day in 1984. Photo: Sunderland Echo