What a fantastic array of shops we have seen in Whitburn through the decades.
From flower shops to cafes and a micro pub to fish and chips, there’s little we have not enjoyed in the picturesque village’s past and present.
Richard and Dom are well-known in South Shields and beyond for their hugely-successful family business, Colmans fish and chips, which recently got the Royal stamp of approval after a visit from Princess Anne.
Enjoy our selection of shop scenes in the village which takes us from 1978 to 2025.
And why not get in touch to tell us about the shops you remember the most from Whitburn’s past. Email [email protected] to tell us more.
9. Stocking up on wines
Whitburn Wines and Exclusives hair salon were pictured during a feature on Christmas shopping in the village 19 years ago. | img
10. Wilsons at Christmas
Wilsons of Whitburn was another store to feature in a Christmas shopping spotlight back in 2007. | img
11. Front Street in 2007
Funkenstein was the place for wigs, fancy dress and balloons. Here it is with the Village Cafe beyond it in this great view from Christmas in 2007. | se
12. Chocolate and more
East Nineteen, a chocolate fountain shop and Studio 17 make a trio of outlets in this 2007 view. | img