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 1963Cole 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
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

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

They were defining moments in the lives of those who were there - and the city.
By David Walsh
Published 30th Apr 2023, 21:46 BST

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.

Lyceum Theatre, Sheffield, opening night, 10th December 1990

5. Auditorium

Lyceum Theatre, Sheffield, opening night, 10th December 1990 Photo: Sheffield Newspapers

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The opening of the new Redgates toy shop in Sheffield by the Lord Mayor, May 8, 1968

6. Redgates

The opening of the new Redgates toy shop in Sheffield by the Lord Mayor, May 8, 1968 Photo: Sheffield Newspapers

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Redgates Toy Shop, Sheffield December 4 1954.

7. Redgates

Redgates Toy Shop, Sheffield December 4 1954. Photo: Julia Armstrong

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Opening of the Crucible Theatre, Sheffield, November 10, 1971

8. Crucible

Opening of the Crucible Theatre, Sheffield, November 10, 1971 Photo: Julia Armstrong

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