It was a time when the World Cup came to the region, a huge homes revitalisation was under way, shipyard launches got our attention.
But why not have a look for yourselves.
1. Tyneside life in the spotlight
An intriguing mix of photos from the Newcastle area, capturing all life from 1960 to 1966. | Getty Images
2. Big day at the shipyard in 1960
It was a lovely day for Mrs John Diefenbaker, wife of the Canadian Prime Minister, when she attended a ship launch at Vickers Armstrong. She is with Chairman of Vickers-Armstrongs Sir Charles Dunphie, at the launching of the 'Empress of Canada', in May 1960. (Photo by Jimmy Sime/Central Press/Getty Images) | Getty Images
3. Killingworth in 1960
Houses built from factory-made components on the Killingworth Estate near Newcastle Upon Tyne. Here they are in November 1960. (Photo by Central Press/Hulton Archive/Getty Images) | Getty Images
4. A pint in 1961
Drinkers in a Newcastle pub, in January 1961. (Photo by Bert Hardy Advertising Archive/Getty Images) | Getty Images