Can you recall the royal visit? Do you remember why Sunderland’s Wimpy was in the news? Or how about this scene of Cubs and Scouts in Bob A Job Week.
We have fairs, fetes and more to share from 35 years ago. How many of the faces do you recognise?
Take a look and get in touch with your own memories of Wearside in 1985.
1. Bob A Job Week
Thorney Close Cubs and Scouts cleaning the Mayor's car for Bob A Job Week. Remember this? Photo: Sunderland Echo
2. Such sweet memories
Customers at Sunderland's Imperial Vaults pub donated Easter eggs for disabled children in 1985. Photo: Sunderland Echo
3. Fancy dress time
It's an Easter fancy dress event at St Chad's. Does this bring back memories? Photo: SE
4. A marathon effort
Who remembers this record playing marathon at High Southwick Methodist Church? Photo: Sunderland Echo