Sheffield retro: 9 pictures that perfectly capture city life in 1984 - including a visit by King Charles III and Princess Diana

Published 3rd Dec 2022, 04:45 BST

We have delved into the archives to bring you this collection of images to take you right back to 1984.

These 9 pictures perfectly capture what life was like in the city 38 years ago.

Do they bring back good memories for you?

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

The then Prince and Princess of Wales visiting St. Luke's Hospice, Little Common Lane, Whirlow

1. Royal visit

The then Prince and Princess of Wales visiting St. Luke's Hospice, Little Common Lane, Whirlow Photo: Picture Sheffield

Halloween at Walkley Library, South Road. October 1984.

2. Halloween party

Halloween at Walkley Library, South Road. October 1984. Photo: Picture Sheffield

Christmas toy collection for miners children at the Sheffield Coordinating Centre against Unemployment, West Street. December 1984.

3. Toy collection

Christmas toy collection for miners children at the Sheffield Coordinating Centre against Unemployment, West Street. December 1984. Photo: Picture Sheffield

View of Sheffield looking North West from Skye Edge, showing Park Hill Flats in the foreground, August 1984.

4. A perfect view

View of Sheffield looking North West from Skye Edge, showing Park Hill Flats in the foreground, August 1984. Photo: Picture Sheffield

Sheffield Charles III