They provided a place, close to home, for people to catch up over a drink and put the world to rights.
Most of these pubs flourished in an era before big chains cornered the market, and smartphones changed most aspects of our lives.
They may not have been the most salubrious of locations to while away an hour or two.
But what they may have lacked in decor or drink selection, they made up for in charm, atmosphere and unbelievable happenings.
Some of these former hostelries may even have earned the reputation of being a bit rough and ready or notorious.
Either way, the void left when these establishments closed their doors for the final time, bringing about the end of an era, continues to be felt by many.
These stories shared by Star readers and former regulars provides just a taste of what it would have been like to go for a pint in the Sheffield of yesteryear.
9. Albion Tavern
The Albion Tavern, on Verdon Street, Pitsmoor, Sheffield, in June 1965. Mary Leach suggested it should have been included in the list of the roughest pubs from years gone by. | Picture Sheffield
10. Domino
Domino The Domino pub on Egerton Street, Broomhall, Sheffield, is pictured here during the 1970s. It has since been demolished and replaced by student flats. One person recalled: “Saw a couple have a row, bloke hit over head with bottle. Toilets very scary.” | Picture Sheffield/Douglas Edward Axe/Brian Douglas Stevens