Stan Cummins scoring against Newcastle, the toy department at Binns and Keith Chegwin visiting Wearside are all part of our photospread.
So are scenes from Doxford Engines, Lambton Street Boys and the Rosslyn Babes as well as lots more besides.
But why not take a look for yourself and then share your memories of the era.
1. Caslaws Tailors Shop
Who remembers when Caslaws brought in a scheme where you could trade your old suits in? Thomas Hall, pictured centre, was the first person to do it and you could get up to £15 for your old suit if you traded it in for a new one. Photo: Sunderland Echo
2. Stan Cummins scores
Roker hero Stan Cummins created his own piece of derby history when he scored the only goal in the Sunderland v Newcastle match in April 1980. Photo: Sunderland Echo
3. Queuing for bus passes
Pensioners queue for the new travel passes at the Corporation bus dept in Sunderland today in March 1980. Photo: Sunderland Echo
4. Houghton Feast
A rickshaw on parade at Houghton Feast. Photo: Sunderland Echo