Sheffield retro: Here are 9 pictures that perfectly capture city life in 1982

Deputy Editor

Published 7th Jun 2023, 04:45 BST

We have delved into the archives to bring you this collection of images to take you right back to 1982.

These 9 pictures perfectly capture what life was like in the city 40 years ago.

Do they bring back good memories for you?

All images courtesy of Picture Sheffield. Visit https://www.picturesheffield.com/

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These selection of pictures perfectly capture life in the city 40 years ago.

1. Pictures dating back to 1982

These selection of pictures perfectly capture life in the city 40 years ago. Photo: Picture Sheffield

Sebastian Coe (front) leading off a Sheffield Wheels community bike ride in May 1982.

2. Sebastian Coe

Sebastian Coe (front) leading off a Sheffield Wheels community bike ride in May 1982. Photo: Picture Sheffield

Town Hall extension (often referred to as The Egg Box), from Norfolk Street – Oct 1982

3. The Egg Box

Town Hall extension (often referred to as The Egg Box), from Norfolk Street – Oct 1982 Photo: Picture Sheffield

Thomas W. Ward float, Lord Mayor's Show. The theme is the television programme Doctor Who.

4. Doctor Who

Thomas W. Ward float, Lord Mayor's Show. The theme is the television programme Doctor Who. Photo: Picture Sheffield

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