18 incredible old photos show just how much Sheffield has changed over the years
Today we look back at how the streets of Sheffield have changed over the decades. Who can remember the bandstand on The Moor or the days before it was pedestrianised?
Or what about the bakers’ strike of 1977 when huge queues formed in the streets as people lined up for a loaf of bread?
The incredible photos also show how busy the city centre used to be when shops such as British Home Stores attracted the crowds.
Take a trip down memory lane to see just how much Sheffield has changed over the years.
1. Pinstone Street
A night time view of some of the shops on Pinstone Street in July 1965 Photo: Sheffield Newspapers
2. Bandstand
Do you remember the bandstand on The Moor, Sheffield? Pictured here in 1983 Photo: Sheffield Newspapers
3. Fargate
A busy Fargate pictured in July 1974. Do you remember the subway? Photo: Sheffield Newspapers
4. High Street
The shops in High Street, Sheffield, including Saxone, Lilley & Skinner, Bellmans, Hector Powe, Dolcis, C&A and Peter Robinson in 1973 Photo: Sheffield Newspapers