The mega-mall opened on September 4, 1990 and is still going strong, attracting 30 million visitors a year. But only an elite group of shops have been there since the beginning.
We list them all here, with thanks to centre director Darren Pearce (who started in 1994).
13. Police control the crowds at the opening of Meadowhall in 1990.
Look closely and you can see shoe shop Freeman Hardy Willis in the background (now closed). Shops that opened on that day and are still going include: Superdrug, Pizza Hut, Greggs and F Hinds. Photo: ,
14. Three weeks before opening
A rare picture of Meadowhall three weeks before it opened, when Bovis Construction workers were still busy. Original shops still open today include: Supercuts hairdresser, Halifax, Clarks. Photo: .
15. Opening rush
The opening day rush on September 4 1990. Shops still open include: HSBC, Charles Clinkard, The Music Box and Olivers Childrenswear. Photo: Sheffield Newspapers