But what else can you remember about life in the city that year?
These nostalgic black and white photos taking you back to that era may jog some precious memories.
Enjoy taking a trip down memory lane.
1. Players
Sheffield Wednesday players pose for photographs outside the Town Hall on their return to Sheffield after the FA Cup Final at Wembley. Everton won the competition for the third time, beating Sheffield Wednesday 3-2, May 16, 1966 Photo: Sheffield Newspapers Ltd
2. Hyde Park
Children wave flags at Hyde Park flats as they wait for a glimpse of the Queen Mother, June 23, 1966 Photo: Sheffield Newspapers
3. Opening day
The Queen Mother pictured at the official opening of Hyde Park Flats, June 23,1966 Photo: Sheffield Newspapers
4. Pub
The Samuel Plimsoll Pub, Hyde Park Flats, Sheffield, March 16, 1966 Photo: Sheffield Newspapers