If you were after a last-minute gift, maybe you would have popped in to Robinsons book shop in Grainger Market or the Joke Shop in Westmoreland Road.
Or maybe Ranson’s in Tulloch Street, Elswick was more you thing for a bag of sweets for the stocking.
All of these photos come from the outstanding Newcastle Photo Archive. Tell us if they bring back happy memories for you.
5. Brown's in 1967
M Brown's General Dealers might have been your go-to place on East Elswick Terrace for a last-minute gift. Here it is in 1967. | Newcastle Photo Archive
6. Coxon's in 1980
L Coxon's shop on Stanhope Street with a window display in 1980. Tell us if you remember those days. | Newcastle Photo Archive
7. Gleeson's for pet supplies
Gleeson's shop in Lemington in 1980. Perhaps the place to visit if you were planning a Christmas treat for your pet. | Newcastle Photo Archive
8. Rite-Back in 1981
Rite-Bike Motorcycles would be a great place if you were planning to buy your loved one a new set of wheels in 1981. Here it is in Westgate Road. | Newcastle Photo Archive