Were you around in the early 1970s and want to reminisce over what life was like in Newcastle back then? Or do you just love looking at old photos of the city to spot what’s changed and what remains?
Here we have 17 incredible photographs of Newcastle in 1970 and 1971. And it’s safe to say- while the it looks recognisable- the city has undergone a transformation in over fifty years.
For example, did you know Riverside on the Quayside was once a fish market? And that Mark Toney’s still has a premises on Percy Street all these years later?
Newcastle seems to have been undergoing a lot of change. In 1970, the Conservatives surprisingly ousted Harold Wilson and the Labour government in the summer General Election after six years in power. Subsequently, Edward Heath became Prime Minister despite polls predicting a Labour victory.
In 1971, Newcastle’s star rose after Get Carter starring Michael Caine premiered in LA. The movie was filmed around Tyneside.
What are your memories of the city fifty years ago?
Do you remember the streets looking like they do in these photographs.
Thanks to Newcastle Libraries we have 17 nostalgic and historic snaps for your to peruse.
Take a look and let us know your thoughts.
1. A Quayside view
A 1971 view of the Quayside as seen from Gateshead looking towards Broad Chare. The Newcastle Warehousing Company is pictured on the right of the photograph. | NL Photo: Newcastle Libraries
2. Hanover Street
A view of the left-hand side of Hanover Street Newcastle upon Tyne taken in 1971. The photograph is looking up Hanover Street from the Close. The buildings on the left-hand side of the street have been demolished with the back walls remaining. | NL Photo: Newcastle Libraries
3. Looking up Northumberland Street
A view of Northumberland Street Newcastle upon Tyne taken in 1971. | NL Photo: Newcastle Libraries
4. Sansinena
A view of the Close in 1971. The view shows the premises of 'The Sansinena Co.' with a Transport Cafe in front. The building is now the Riverside. | NL Photo: Newcastle Libraries