Not long now until the streets of Durham will be packed. It's time for the Big Meeting.
There will be a mass exodus from Wearside as tens of thousands of people celebrate the 137th Gala on Saturday, July 8.
Sunderland and the surrounding area always turns out in force for one of the biggest events in the North East calendar - just as they did 20 years ago.
We've got faces from Monkwearmouth, Silksworth, South Hetton and New Herrington lodges in 2003.
Enjoy the nostalgic journey and to back this year's Big Meeting, visit the Durham Miners Association website.
9. Nifty headwear for a hot day at the 2003 Gala.
Nifty headwear for a hot day at the 2003 Gala. | se
10. Horden at the Big Meeting as the Lodge representatives head for Elvet Bridge.
Horden at the Big Meeting as the Lodge representatives head for Elvet Bridge. | se
11. Tell us about your best memories of the Gala. Email [email protected]
Tell us about your best memories of the Gala. Email [email protected] | se