The toy store, which was based on The Moor, was loved by everyone and was widely considered to be Britain’s best toy store outside of London.
So we have delved into our archives to bring the magic back to life.
Take a look at these retro pictures and remember Redgates in its heyday.
13. Demolition of Redgates on The Moor Sheffield
Demolition of Redgates on The Moor Sheffield in 2018 Photo: Marisa Cashill
14. Memories long gone
The huge store, across several floors, was a haven of brightly coloured stacks of Lego, dolls’ houses, Subbuteo, Meccano, bikes, outfits, Matchbox cars, railway sets, wooden horses and board games, this picture shows the demolition work in progress Photo: Marisa Cashill
15. End of an era
The building was pulled down to redevelop the Moor Photo: Marisa Cashill
16. Only memories remain
Only memories of the now demolished Redgates at the top of The Moor remain Photo: Marisa Cashill