Spectators turn out to watch HMS Ocean entering the Wear on her latest visit to Wearside.Spectators turn out to watch HMS Ocean entering the Wear on her latest visit to Wearside.
Spectators turn out to watch HMS Ocean entering the Wear on her latest visit to Wearside.

Life in Sunderland 14 years ago - take a look at our reminders

We’ve got a feast of reminders of Wearside in 2005 – from a royal visit to a prom.
By Chris Cordner
Published 24th Sep 2019, 16:30 GMT

Take a look at these Sunderland and County Durham scenes from 14 years ago and see if they bring back memories.

And if they do, get in touch and share your thoughts.

Prince Edward, the Earl of Wessex, salutes ex-servicemen at the 2005 Sunderland Remembrance Sunday parade.

1. Paying his respects

Prince Edward, the Earl of Wessex, salutes ex-servicemen at the 2005 Sunderland Remembrance Sunday parade. Photo: Sunderland Echo Tom Yeoman

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Sunderland are pictured in action against Fulham in what was the only home win in the 2005/2006 season.

2. A 2005 highlight

Sunderland are pictured in action against Fulham in what was the only home win in the 2005/2006 season. Photo: TY

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These Biddick School students were enjoying their prom at Ramside Hall Hotel. Does this scene bring back memories?

3. Prom time

These Biddick School students were enjoying their prom at Ramside Hall Hotel. Does this scene bring back memories? Photo: PB

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A colourful scene from the Houghton Feast of 2005.

4. Enjoying the Feast

A colourful scene from the Houghton Feast of 2005. Photo: AB

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