But which was your favourite seafront attraction on Wearside in years gone by?
Was it the fairground rides or a chance to chill in a deck chair. Was it the pony rides on the beach or perhaps Zoo World.
Take a look at our selection of archive photographs. Is your favourite seaside attraction among it?
If not, get in touch and tell us more.
1. A go on the Astro-Slide
Did you love the thrill of the Astro-Slide at Seaburn? Here it is in 1988? Photo: se
2. A spot of dancing
Was Modern Sequence dancing more your style? Here's a scene at The Seaburn Centre in October 1990. Photo: Sunderland Echo
3. A tram ride and fish and chips
The tram terminus at Seaburn is in this 1951 photo, and how about a bag of chips and a cuppa from the snack bar while you wait. Photo: Bill Hawkins
4. A pony ride along the beach
These children were enjoying their pony ride at Seaburn in August 1956. Photo: Sunderland Echo