The Old Twenty Nine has previously been described as ‘a proper rock pub’ which hosted everyone from the Groundhogs to Toy Dolls.
Two years ago, a social media post on the pub attracted the interest of more than 81,000 people.
But do you remember these scenes which all came from its opening in July 1976?
Take a look and tell us more.
1. A chat at the bar
The Old Twenty Nine opened in the building which was once the Boilermakers Arms in High Street West. Photo: Sunderland Echo
2. The outside of the pub
Who remembers this Sunderland favourite? Photo: Sunderland Echo
3. Taking a look inside
Were you a regular in The Old Twenty Nine? Photo: Sunderland Echo
4. Back to 1976
The ornate view outside the pub. Photo: Sunderland Echo