But many may be unaware of the story and the tragedy that led to the construction of Sheffield’s Hole in the Road.
We have put together a gallery that explains the story of how the city came to have the famous Castle Square subway, and how it was finally lost to the city less than 30 years after it was opened.
These photos, taken from The Star’s archives and from pictures courtesy of Sheffield Council’s Picture Sheffield archive, aim to bring the Hole in the Road’s story to life.
9. The roof
A roof was put in place over the edges of the open space below street level. Photo: Sheffield Council / Picture Sheffield | Sheffield Council / Picture Sheffield Photo: Sheffield Council / Picture Sheffield
10. Escalators
Escalators were dropped into place as construction continued. Photo: Sheffield Council / Picture Sheffield | Sheffield Council / Picture Sheffield Photo: Sheffield Council / Picture Sheffield
11. Opening day
The official opening of the 'Hole in the Road' Castle Square subway, finally took place on November 27, 1967. Photo: Sheffield Newspapers Photo: Sheffield Newspapers
12. Shops
The structure was used for many years.. Pictured is a 'beat the budget' queue outside a cigarette kiosk in Sheffield's Hole in the Road subway on Budget Day, March 29, 1977 Photo: Colin Drury