20 historic photos at launch of Sheffield institutions including the Crucible, Redgates and Meadowhall

Published 30th Apr 2023, 21:46 BST

They were defining moments in the lives of those who were there - and the city.

The launch of Redgates, Ponds Forge, the Crucible, Cole Brothers, the Lyceum and Meadowhall, among others, attracted thousands of people - and a Star photographer. Here, with this collection of remarkable photos, we relive the joyous first moments of some beloved institutions.

Cole Brothers Limited, Department Store, Barker's Pool, Sheffield. Part of the large crowd waiting for the opening of Cole Brothers' store, Barker's Pool, by the Lord Mayor, Ald. I. Lewis - 17th September 1963

1. Cole Brothers

Cole Brothers Limited, Department Store, Barker's Pool, Sheffield. Part of the large crowd waiting for the opening of Cole Brothers' store, Barker's Pool, by the Lord Mayor, Ald. I. Lewis - 17th September 1963 Photo: Nancy Fielder

Cole Brothers, new store, Barkers Pool, Sheffield, 1963 - opening day crowds in cafe

2. Cole Brothers' cafe

Cole Brothers, new store, Barkers Pool, Sheffield, 1963 - opening day crowds in cafe Photo: coles

Lyceum Theatre opening: Peter Palumbo, John Cornwall and Brian Rix. December 10 1990.

3. Lyceum Theatre

Lyceum Theatre opening: Peter Palumbo, John Cornwall and Brian Rix. December 10 1990. Photo: Peter Tuffrey

The newly reopened Lyceum with the Crucible in the foreground. December 10 1990.

4. Lyceum and Crucible

The newly reopened Lyceum with the Crucible in the foreground. December 10 1990. Photo: .