Sheffield retro: 22 black and white photos capturing life in city in 1953

These historic black and white images look back at goings on in Sheffield more than 70 years ago in 1953.

It was the year of the Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II and people were celebrating all over the city.

It was also the year when World War II sweet rationing ended after 10 years, with children emptying their piggy banks and heading for the nearest sweet shop.

We hope you enjoy this nostalgic look at a bygone era.

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13. Cutlery shop

The cutlery shop at George Ibberson & Co's Cutlery Works, in Rockingham Street, Sheffield, in March 1953 Photo: Submitted

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14. RAF Norton

Leading aircraft man Ted Caton (right) and two of his national service pals at RAF Norton in 1953. The motor bike is a Norton Photo: Sheffield

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15. Snooker cup

Melvin Hanlon, a 25-year-old B & C milk roundsman, fought back brilliantly to beat "Ruggs" Fowler 3-2 at the Traveller's Rest, City Road, and win the Sheffield Business Houses Snooker League's Individual Handicap Tournament, on April 22, 1953 Photo: Sheffield Newpapers