The centre opened on Tuesday, September 4, 1990.
Almost 35 years later, those remaining include big brands KFC, McDonald’s and M&S and independents Music Box, Olivers Childrenswear and Caffe Massarella.
The elite group of originals lost a member in March 2023 when Santander - formerly Abbey National - left The Arcade, blaming internet banking for a drop in customers. The remaining 20 made it through 2024 and are still going strong has Meadowhall heads for its 35th anniversary.
We list all the survivors here, with thanks to centre director Darren Pearce (who started in 1994).
5. Massarellas
Massarellas in Meadowhall celebrates fundraising for the Sheffield Childrens' Hospital Appeal, May 1997 Photo: Trevor Smith
6. McDonald's
Mayor of Sheffield, Coun Diane Leek was joined by Sheffield MP, Clive Betts, to reopen the McDonald's restaurant at the Oasis, Meadowhall, following refurbishment in September 2003. Photo: Submitted
7. McDonald's
A very early picture of McDonald's in The Oasis at Meadowhall. Thanks to Darren Pearce. Photo: Meadowhall
