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.
5. 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
6. Demolition
The start of redevelopment and demolition at the Sheaf Market, Sheffield, in 2001 Photo: Dennis Lound (Staff)
7. Potty
The legendary 'Potty' Edwards entertaining the crowds at his stall in the old Sheaf Market in 1973 Photo: Sheffield Newspapers
8. Opening
The official opening of Sheffield'd Sheaf Market by Ald Mrs Martha Strafford, Lord Mayor, May 4, 1973 Photo: Sheffield Newspapers