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.
13. Entertainers
Entertainers were a familiar site. This picture shows The Slingshots entertain shoppers in the Hole in the Road subway in May 1984 | Sheffield Newspapers
14. Demolition
By the late 80s, there were concern over antisocial behaviour in the Hole in the Road. That, and the plans tun the new Supertram system through Castle Square, let the the decision to demolish the structure. This picture was taken by The Star in February, 1994 Photo: Sheffield Newspapers
15. Bulldozed
The site was said to be filled in with rubble from Hyde Park Flats Photo: Sheffield Newspapers
16. Gone
By 1996, the site had been transformed, with no trace of the former iconic landmark. Trams were now running over it wonce stood. Castle Square Supertram stop was in place by in March 1996, with C&A in the top right corner. | Picture Sheffield Photo: Picture Sheffield