11 reminders of the much-loved Hills bookshop in Sunderland which closed in 2008

Here’s a tale all about a Sunderland bookshop which still remains in the memories of many people.

Hills in Waterloo Place was an absolute must for avid followers of the latest books.

Who remembers the shop which had a train upstairs which was filled with children’s books. Or how about the car bookcase?

Whatever your recollections, we want to hear from you. And if these 11 photos bring back memories, get in touch by emailing [email protected].

5. Early view

Here's a very early view of Hills which used to be in Fawcett Street before its move to Waterloo Place. | JPIMedia Resell Photo: KB

A view of Hills in the 1950s. | JPIMedia Resell Photo: KB

A look inside the shop in 2006, two years before it finally closed. | JPIMedia Resell Photo: KB

Martin Preston pictured in 1993. | JPIMedia Resell Photo: Sunderland Echo