That was the year when the first ever Reindeer Dash was held in The Bridges.
And it is a timely reminder as the event is back for 2024, as reported in the Sunderland Echo.
So to get you in the spirit of the occasion, have a look at our selection of 11 photos from that first ever fun event six years ago.
5. Festive in The Bridges
A spotlight on 2018 when all of these scenes were captured at The Bridges. | se
6. Seasonal in Sunderland
Dashing back to some great Sunderland scenes from six years ago. | se
7. Retro at the reindeer dash
Another youngster who joined in with the delightful dash in The Bridges. | se
8. Memories to cherish
Look at the awe on the faces of these excited youngsters as they get ready to dash through The Bridges. | se
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