In the UK, Tony Blair’s New Labour swept to power, ending 18 years of Conservative rule, while the nation mourned the death of Princess Diana.
The 1990s were a momentous decade for Sheffield, with Helen Sharman becoming the first Briton in Space; the opening of Meadowhall, then the UK’s second largest shopping centre; and The Full Monty’s surprise success putting the city in the global spotlight.
This retro photo gallery captures those moments and other memorable occasions within Sheffield during the 90s, as well as showing what everyday life was like back then in the city.
Nights out on West Street, shops on The Moor, the slopes at Sheffield’s Ski Village, and memorable gigs by Jason Donovan and Def Leppard all feature in this nostalgic look back at the final years of the last millennium.
What are your fondest memories of the 90s in Sheffield?
1. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles were huge in the 90s and remain popular with children today. The heroes in a half shell are seen here entertaining the crowd at Meadowhall Savacentre in September 1990 | Sheffield Newspapers
2. The Moor
The Moor, Sheffield city centre, in October 1993, showing Sheffield Co-operative Society, incorporating the Post Office, to the left | Picture Sheffield Photo: Picture Sheffield
3. Division Street
Division Street, Sheffield city centre, viewed from the junction with Carver Street, in April 1991, showing San Remo Pizzeria; Ricky's Gift Centre; and Jacob D. Applebaum, booksellers | Picture Sheffield Photo: Picture Sheffield
4. Chapel Walk
Chapel Walk, Sheffield city centre, in 1994, showing stores including Charles Clinkard shoe shop and Superdrug | Picture Sheffield Photo: Picture Sheffield