This collection of retro pictures show many of the shops that have been lost over the years, the demolition of a famous landmark, and some of the celebrations and protests which marked the decade. The atmospheric images are sure to bring back memories for many of you and help transport you back to a very different period in the city’s history.
. Orchard Street in 1980
Orchard Street, Sheffield, in March 1980, during the redevelopment of Fargate. The Museum Pub, Berni Steak Bar and Sally's Pantry can be seen Photo: Colin Drury
. Evasive action
A traffic warden tries to avoid some unwanted equine attention at the launch of horse bus trips round Sheffield city centre in February 1986 Photo: Sheffield Newspapers
. On the phone
Telephone kiosks in Sheffield city centre in 1983 Photo: Sheffield Newspapers
. Protest
Trade unionists marching through Sheffield city centre in February 1981 to protest against Government cuts Photo: Sheffield Newspapers
. On the beat
A police officer on patrol in Sheffield city centre in 1980, with C&A visible in the background Photo: National World
. Schofields
The closing down sale at Schofields in Sheffield city centre in November 1982 Photo: Paul License
. Big babies
Pram pushing madness came to Sheffield city centre when staff from Marks & Spencer raised cash for charity in June 1984, as this photo shows Photo: Sheffield newspapers
1. Orchard Street in 1980
Orchard Street, Sheffield, in March 1980, during the redevelopment of Fargate. The Museum Pub, Berni Steak Bar and Sally's Pantry can be seen Photo: Colin Drury
2. Evasive action
A traffic warden tries to avoid some unwanted equine attention at the launch of horse bus trips round Sheffield city centre in February 1986 Photo: Sheffield Newspapers
3. On the phone
Telephone kiosks in Sheffield city centre in 1983 Photo: Sheffield Newspapers
4. Protest
Trade unionists marching through Sheffield city centre in February 1981 to protest against Government cuts Photo: Sheffield Newspapers