What could be more traditional than spending your summer playing with pals on a playscheme at Pallion, Redby or Barnes Park.
You painted, made dens, played tug of war and generally had as much fun as was humanly possible on a red hot day.
So if you had a picnic in Barnes Park or ate a cream tea in Thorney Close, we’ve got memories for you.
1. Smiles in 1979
These children were enjoying themselves under camouflage at the finals of the Police Playscheme in 1979. Photo: se
2. Rockhouse in 1981
Rockhouse Playgroup in Seaham hosted its own Royal wedding party in July 1981. Photo: Sunderland Echo
3. Painting in Pallion
Margaret Brennan and Simon Gordon were pictured during a painting session at Pallion playgroup in 1978. Photo: Sunderland Echo
4. Retro at Redby
The Redby Community Centre Playscheme Open Day in 1982. Can you spot someone you know? Photo: Sunderland Echo