Here we have 21 incredible photographs which depict life in Newcastle in the late 1990s.
1997 was a historic year for the UK. Tony Blair won a landslide victory in the General Election, the UK won Eurovision and Princess Diana was tragically killed in Paris.
For Newcastle United, the 1997-98 season saw the Magpies finish 13th in the Premier League and reach the FA Cup final, losing to Arsenal.
The city looked significantly different in the late-90s, too. In 1998, Market Street was undergoing a significant amount of change and looked a bit worse for wear.
Equally, buildings that stand empty and derelict today were thriving nearly 30 years ago. Take the Fog and Firkin, for example. So take a look and let us know what you recognise.
For Newcastle United, the 1997-98 season saw the Magpies finish 13th in the Premier League and reach the FA Cup final, losing to Arsenal.
5. Vickers
A view of the exterior of Vickers Plc Armstrong Works Scotswood taken in 1997. The photograph has been taken from the opposite side of the river looking across to Vickers Plc. Photo: Newcastle Libraries
6. Market Street
A view of the back of Market Street Newcastle upon Tyne taken in 1998. The photograph shows the rear of buildings on Market Street. Only the frontages of the buildings remain as the roof interior and the back walls were demolished. Photo: Newcastle Libraries
7. Gosforth High Street
A 1998 photograph of The Queen Victoria pub at the junction of Gosforth High Street and Church Road. The photograph has been taken from the opposite side of the High Street looking towards The Queen Victoria pub and the shops beyond. The front and the side of the pub can be seen. In the foreground cars are travelling along the High Street. Photo: Newcastle Libraries
8. Kingston Park
A view of the Shopping Centre Kingston Park taken in 1998. The photograph has been taken from the car park and is looking across to part of the Shopping Centre. Photo: Newcastle Libraries
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