Previously occupied by the town’s greyhound track, Morrisons opened in Clarence Road in March 2004.
In these photos we look back at the site’s history as well as the store’s staff and customers.

1. Fundraising
Pupils from English Martyrs collect money at Morrisons for the Great North Air Ambulance in 2007. Photo: GW

2. Filling up
Albert Armstong fills up his car at Morrisons petrol station in 2015. Photo: Other, third party

3. Changing faces
In 1993, the old bus depot on Clarence Road was demolished and was eventually occupied by the Morrisons petrol station. Photo: Other, third party

4. Helping hand
Rossmere Rangers players Jack Harrison and Mae Rachstraw pack bags for Keith and Liz Kinnersley at Morrisons to raise funds for the Guide Dogs for the Blind organisation. Photo: Tom Yeoman