From the official opening day in May 1973 until the start of demolition in 2001, here we take a look back at Sheffield’s Sheaf Market, which was a popular place to go in the 70s, 80s and 90s.

1. Closing down
A customer at one of the few remaining stalls in the Sheaf Market as it prepares to close down in 1999 Photo: Barry Richardson staff

2. Tobacconist
Ken Breeze at his tobacconist stall in the Sheaf Market in 1999 Photo: Barry Richardson staff

3. Exterior
An exterior view of Sheffield's Sheaf Market in 1996 Photo: Stuart Hastings staff

4. Community Health
The Community Health held an iron deficiency awareness day in the Sheaf Market in 1996. Seen, left to right, are: Wendy Eggleton with Lauren, Michaela Swindells, Joanne Savage with Dale, dietitian Val Naylor, and Chris Gash, health visitor Photo: Waistell staff

