Photo memories

The Peacock's Barry Hyde had every reason to smile in 2025. Sunderland were back in the Premier League and he spoke of the benefits it would bring to the city.

A packed gallery of picture memories from The Peacock in Sunderland

Six pals pictured having a great time in Sunderland in this scene from 2018.

Back in time for a gallery of Gatsby night out pictures from 2018

There was a sale on at Nelson's which was pictured in Vine Place in this wintry 1981 shopping scene.

9 stunning photos of Sunderland's 1980s shops in colour

Sunderland-born TV celebrity Lauren Laverne, centre, was one of the guests at a Fairtrade Festival in 2014.

11 wonderful times we got the Museum and Winter Gardens on camera

The Funky Indian's new Prosecco Bar was pictured in the summer of 2016. Here is the owner Kam Chera in front of the new bar.

Raise a glass to these wine scenes from Sunderland's sparkling past

Roker Records owner and long-time vinyl collector Iain Wakefield pictured at the shop this year.

Sunderland record shops memories on National Vinyl Record Day

Music fans at the Split Festival in Mowbray Park, put on a brave face as they endured the adverse weather conditions to enjoy the show.

Dancing in the rain when the heavens opened at the Split Festival

Elaine Davison and Alison Thompson came first and second in the Carnival beauty competition.

Back in time for a 1985 day at Sunderland Carnival

Ready for a new season of following the Black Cats. Tell us if we got you on camera.

Spot a fan you know in these SAFC pre-season game photos from 2021

A pink guitar, wizard's wand and loads of lorries were on sale at the Revive Sunderland Charity Reuse shop, on Pallion Industrial Estate in 2023.

The wonderful things you could buy in Sunderland charity shops

All of this was in the Sunderland news in 10 years ago this week.

All this happened in this week in Sunderland in 2016

Staff from Asda teamed up with pupils from Ryhope Junior School to go litter-picking across the King George V recreational playing fields.

Going retro at Ryhope Junior School which is in the headlines

Getting in to the nautical spirit in Sunderland during the Tall Ships Races.

Fantastic faces at the Tall Ships in Sunderland scenes from 2018

Cocktail maker Emma Wilkinson took the spotlight in this Sunderland Echo archive photo from 9 years ago.

Drink in these retro Sunderland cocktail scenes

Bobby Kerr does a lap of honour on the shoulders of his team mates after Sunderland's epic 1973 FA Cup Final win against Leeds United.

Here we go! A new batch of iconic Sunderland retro photos in colour

Lots of style and smiles going on in this great photo memory from 20 years ago.

The happiest of times at the Houghton Kepier School prom in 2006
Having the time of their lives at the Houghton Kepier School prom
Chris Cordner

Three Lions on the shirt but we wonder if this young fan remembers anything about her 2018 day in the Fanzone.

The joys of watching England

Don't you just love this colourful celebration from a member of the public in Washington.

17 memories of the annual Washington Old Hall July 4 celebrations

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Pick your favourite Sunderland away shirt from this huge collection of epics over the years.

17 favourite Sunderland away strips as we ask you to pick your fave

Tell us if you were one of the people in the Post Office themed display as it looked 50 years ago.

Wonderful Washington Carnival in the summer of 1976

Balloons, great company and a memorable evening were among the highlights for these students.

Sparkling reminders of the Thornhill School prom in Sunderland in 2006

Sweet treats galore to celebrate the Fatfield Academy 60th Washington picnic party in 2024.

11 tasty Sunderland scenes as we celebrate International Picnic Day

Smartly dressed students looked fabulous for their Farringdon prom 20 years ago.

Prom time! Farringdon School pupils from Sunderland pictured in 2006

Maxim Brewery managing director Mark Anderson has launched two new beers, Maverick and Medusa, after they previously proved popular on cask.

Let's toast these Sunderland ale memories on National Beer Day

The last service at Southwick was pictured in November 1950 at a time when the days of the trams were numbered.

Sunderland's golden age of the trams in glorious colour

The children wait patiently for their turn to board a train for the journey back to their parents in London.

When the children of London went home from Sunderland as war ended
Poignant Sunderland scenes as evacuees go home
Chris Cordner

We are going back to July 2012 for this view of the Rosedene pub in Queen Alexandra Road.

15 pictures as we go retro with the Rosedene pub

One flag bearing crowd of Italians were waiters from an hotel in Keswick who had travelled to Sunderland for the day

The quirkiest memories of Sunderland and the World Cup year of 1966

The entrance to Central Station, Newcastle, with St Mary's church and spire in the background, in around 1900

41 pictures taking you back to the Victorian era in the North East

There were huge crowds at Hetton Carnival to enjoy the many types of fun on offer in 2022.

11 happy memories from Hetton Carnival's spectacular past

An undated view of sheep being taken through John Street.

11 fantastic reminders of John Street in Sunderland spanning 70 years

SAFC legend Bobby Kerr, 50 years on from that famous day at Wembley, pictured in 2023.

15 brilliant memories of the Little General Bobby Kerr

Stilt walkers at the Sunderland Food and Drink Festival on High Street West. They certainly raised a smile in 2024.

9 superbly retro Sunderland scenes to get you smiling on Laughter Day

St Paul's CE Primary School pupils get a lesson in cooking from The Alexandra Steakhouse chef Geoff Rutherford

Happy birthday to St Paul's CE Primary School and their 2001 home

Look at the crowds which turned out to get a view of Princess Elizabeth in Sunderland, 80 years ago today.

The day Princess Elizabeth came to Sunderland in 1946

They're off to a fast start in the 10k race which was held as part of the Sunderland City Runs 2023 series.

Jog back to celebrate the 15th anniversary of Sunderland City Runs

Hairdresser Leah Richardson whose Hair@No4 business was listed in a good salon guide in May 2013.

Focus on fashion in this tribute to Sunderland hairstylists

Duncan White (left) presents Sunderland star Alex Hastings with his 1936 championship medal.

Sunderland's all-conquering team which won the League in 1936

Sunderland teenager Martin Smith, 16, was pictured on March 1, 2000, with the replica Brian May guitar he spent six months making.

15 retro scenes to celebrate International Guitar Month

Behind the bar during the pub's Halloween festival in October 2000. Tell us if you remember this.

13 memories of the William Jameson pub in Sunderland

Restoration works were pictured at Holy Trinity Church, Sunderland in 2019 with Hudson Road Primary School pupils and project officials in the picture.

11 wonderful memories from Hudson Road Primary School in Sunderland

Elm Tree Garden Centre and Tea Room in Sunderland hosted a coffee morning for Macmillan Cancer Support 12 years ago.

13 Sunderland and Durham garden centres to bring back great memories

Out and about at Roker seafront in 2021 was Helen Douglas with retired guide dog Nyle and puppy in training Joey.

9 of the cutest canine Sunderland retro scenes for National Puppy Day

Seamus Whelan was promoting a weekend of St Patrick's Day celebrations at both Platform 5 and Life of Riley 12 years ago.

A toast to fantastically retro Sunderland St Patrick's Day scenes

Photos from the changing face of the fountain roundabout.

Seriously cool photo memories from the Seaburn fountain in Sunderland

Sunderland Eye Infirmary, in Queen Alexandra Road, pictured in 2021.

I took a look back at 80 years of Sunderland's Eye Infirmary

The Sunderland Schools Dance Festival at the Empire Theatre was a fantastic occasion and here are some of the school pupils with compere Jeff Brown.

Re-live these great memories from Grangetown Primary School

What a line-up of super heroes, princesses, Easter eggs and bunnies from the Farringdon Social Club fancy dress contest in 2005.

The day your children dressed as their favourite fairytale characters

A Pretty Muddy event competitor who was pretty determined to get right into the spirit of the 2014 Sunderland event.

I'm getting mucky in a gloriously muddy gallery of Sunderland scenes

Members of the St. Mary and St. Peter's Community Project, Springwell Road, Sunderland were pictured after they were awarded a Big Lottery grant of £17,500.

People, places and events from Springwell Road in Sunderland

The North Biddick kids film show at North Biddick Workmen's Club. Tell us if you recognise in this 1974 photo.

Get the popcorn and ice cream as we head to the retro pictures

11 baseball scenes which might bring back great memories for lots of you.

11 diamond memories of Sunderland people playing baseball

Sunderland University students taking a selfie on stage at their Chinese New Year celebrations in Keel Square in 2019.

Retro Chinese New Year scenes from Wearside for the Year of the Horse

Sunderland's players pictured in the 1963 to 1964 season. Tell us how many you recognise.

Sunderland's legends of the 1960s and how you can enjoy more memories

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