50 years of Roker paddling pool in photos

Oh we do like to be beside the seaside - especially if it means splashing about in Roker paddling pool.

It’s been a must-visit part of Wearside for children for decades as these Sunderland Echo archive photos show.

We’ve got a 1938 view of the pool and the Beach Cafe, and then it’s on to 1952 when kids took a paddle even though it was freezing.

Fast forward to hotter days in 1974 and 1988. Now it’s your turn to share - but only after browsing through our archive collection.

5. A great day in 1974

These children were pictured in the pool 50 years ago this month. | se

Showing off their football skills in the pool in 1974 with a family pooch for company. | se

A cool reflection on life at Roker 50 years ago. Tell us if this brings back happy memories for you. | se

It was a Bank Holiday to remember in August 1988. The temperatures soared when this photo was taken. | se