20 Problems Only People From South Shields Will Understand

By Helen Jones /

19. The Legend That Was Tommy The Trumpeter

South Shields€™ equivalent of the Pied Piper of Hamelin, Tommy€™s been entertaining kids (and adults) for years with his parties. Sadly, he hung up his hat in 2013 though he did get a fancy walk of fame style plaque to commemorate his 25 years of service.