We’re talking about sweet shops, pictures, toy shops, pet shops and record stores. But the question is … does our list match up with yours?
Where would you have gone for a quarter of midget gems, the latest chart hit, that must-have game, or to watch a new movie.
Take a look and see how many of these great places were on your list of faves for a visit.
1. Brilliant times at Bretts
The choice was amazing and the aroma of the sweets was heavenly at Bretts but which would you buy a quarter of? Photo: hm
2. The wonder of Woolies
There were so many reasons to visit Woolworths, not least because of the pick n mix and the record section. Photo: FLR
3. A visit to Waltons
This York Road pet shop will stay in the memory of many a Hartlepool youngster. Did you love it? Photo: hm
4. Fun at the fairground
Seaton's attractions included the astroslide and it looked like great fun. Remember it? Photo: hm