Sheffield retro: 17 pictures that capture how Handsworth has changed over the years

By Jane Salt

Published 26th Feb 2023, 04:45 BST

These pictures from our archives take a look back at Handsworth through the years.

Do these 17 pictures bring back good memories?

The Old Handsworth Tram Terminus outside the Norfolk Hotel.

1. Terminus

The Old Handsworth Tram Terminus outside the Norfolk Hotel. Photo: Submitted

Brownies at Handsworth Youth Centre ready to greet Princess Margaret in November 1966

2. Brownies

Brownies at Handsworth Youth Centre ready to greet Princess Margaret in November 1966 Photo: Sheffield Newspapers

Handsworth Junior Anglers - Under-16s winner Steven Stratford and Under-11s winner Shaun Reynolds pictured with Andy Kinder of FX Barnsley Blacks and other prize winners at the Handsworth Junior Anglers' presentation night, August 29, 1996

3. Anglers

Handsworth Junior Anglers - Under-16s winner Steven Stratford and Under-11s winner Shaun Reynolds pictured with Andy Kinder of FX Barnsley Blacks and other prize winners at the Handsworth Junior Anglers' presentation night, August 29, 1996 Photo: Barry Richardson staff

An old photo showing Spriggs Newsagents shop, Handsworth, Sheffield

4. Spriggs

An old photo showing Spriggs Newsagents shop, Handsworth, Sheffield Photo: Submitted

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