Marlee's at the Wheatsheaf was a big favourite. Here it is in 1970. Did you love to pay a visit and what did you love to buy there?Marlee's at the Wheatsheaf was a big favourite. Here it is in 1970. Did you love to pay a visit and what did you love to buy there?
Marlee's at the Wheatsheaf was a big favourite. Here it is in 1970. Did you love to pay a visit and what did you love to buy there?

Which was the best sweet shop when you were young? Take a look at our 13 retro photos

From mix-ups to sherbert dips. There’s nothing quite like a sweet shop for those childhood memories.

But which was your Sunderland favourite? Was it the sweet bar in Joplings or a pick n’mix from Woolies.

Was it a visit to Marlee’s or how about Forbuoys at Pennywell.

So whether you loved a gobstopper or a toffee apple, take a look at our photo selection and see if your own favourite is there.

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