Here we take a look at changes to the area over the years in pictures.
1. Hot spot
People relaxing in the sun in Fargate during the long, hot summer of 1976 Photo: Sheffield Newspapers
2. Wheel wedding
Joe and Kaz Tully from Killamarsh, who took a trip on the big wheel in Fargate after getting married in August 2009 at Sheffield Town Hall, with bridesmaid Jace Beachell Photo: Stuart Hastings
3. Environment event
Ice sculptor Jamie Hamilton carving an ice globe for World Environment Day 2007 on Fargate Photo: Dennis Lound
4. Snooker star
Snooker legend Alex 'Hurricane' Higgins at his book signing at WH Smith, Fargate, Sheffield with fan John Unwin on June 7, 2007 Photo: Dean Atkins