It was known for its dry ice, ornate surroundings, and became the first club in Sunderland to broadcast live on a radio station.
Let’s take a look at the Chambers story from its very beginning in the year when we also celebrate the 180th anniversary of Mackies Corner where it was based.
These photos, plucked from the Sunderland Echo archive, aim to bring that story to life.

9. It soon became a hit
Within no time at all, clubbers were flocking there in their thousands to dance the night away to the likes of Adamski, Garbage and The Prodigy. | se

10. Music, dancing and loads of fun - 5 nights a week
A Sunderland Echo report in 1987 said: "If it is music and dancing you are looking for, the disco is open five nights a week.” | se

11. Disco memories galore
As a reminder of the days when the building was used as legal chambers, there was a gallery which was recessed in the disco roof. | se

12. Its own supervised car park
This is how nearby Bedford Street looked in May 2015. But back in the day, Chambers had its more quirky elements including a supervised car park at the new Bridge House complex in Bedford Street. | Google Maps

