But Sea Road in Sunderland has had it all. See how many you recognise in this journey through the years along the Fulwell thoroughfare.
We start in the 1950s with Darke’s and JW Stores, followed by the Marina Cinema in 1961 and shops such as Millers and Jones.
After popping through the years, we arrive at Club Zest in 2017 and a football star in the street at Christmas 2019.
Take a look.

13. Sadie in 2014
Sadie Ayton, The Bra Lady, in her shop in Sea Road, 9 years ago. Photo: Picture by Kevin Brady

14. England footballer Jill Scott is presented with a frames photograph by Nick Gray from the Sea Road and Fulwell Traders Association after she switched on the Fulwell Community Library Christmas Tree lights. Picture by FRANK REID
England footballer Jill Scott was presented with a framed photograph by Nick Gray from the Sea Road and Fulwell Traders Association after she switched on the Fulwell Community Library Christmas Tree lights in 2019. Photo: Frank Reid

15. Focus on fitness
Fitness expert Katie Bulmer-Cooke (left) was pictured with Holly McBride-Donaldson launching her fitness clothing range at Club Zest, in 2017. Photo: Kevin Brady

16. Your turn to share
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