In 2018, Sunderland had the honour of being the start host port for the incredible event. And over a four-day programme of entertainment, thousands of families on Wearside and across the wider North East basked in the baking sunshine and took in the spectacle of more than 50 vessels as they took centre stage in the River Wear and at the Port of Sunderland.
As the city gets ready to mark five years since that memorable leg of the Tall Ships, let’s revisit some picture memories from July 2018. See how many moments you remember.
1. Wearmouth Bridge looked spectacular on Friday night as part of Sunderland's Tall Ships Race celebration.
Wearmouth Bridge looked spectacular as Sunderland's Tall Ships Race celebration came to a close in July 2018. Photo: Kevin Brady
2. There they go
Ships sit side by side in the River Wear as part of Sunderland's Tall Ships hosting duties in 2018. Photo: Frank Reid
3. A trip to remember
Members of the public making memories on De Gallant during its visit to Sunderland. Photo: Kevin Brady
4. A summer's day
Blue skies as the second day of The Tall Ships Races in Sunderland got underway. Photo: Kevin Brady