Robert Cumber

A collection of 23 photographs documents Sheffield during the 1960s, highlighting landmarks and streetscapes that have since disappeared or changed. The images include the Lyceum Theatre when it was a bingo hall, Park Hill flats, the Athol Hotel, Sheaf Market, Sheffield Victoria railway station and views around Western Bank, Broad Lane and Attercliffe. Many of the photographs were recently published by Picture Sheffield and Sheffield City Archives.

A collection of 41 photographs documents Sheffield’s recovery from the devastation of the Second World War between 1946 and 1955. The images show council housing construction, steel production, damaged streets, schools, sporting events and visits by Winston Churchill and Pablo Picasso. They also reflect the social consequences of the war, including returning soldiers, bereaved families, the displacement of the Women of Steel from factory work, continued rationing and military apprenticeship schemes.

A collection of historical photos revisits Sheffield in 1960, highlighting the final days of the old tram network and showcasing lost shops, entertainment venues and familiar city locations as they appeared at the dawn of the 1960s.

A Rotherham man, David Roper, won a £4 million Surrey mansion in an Omaze lottery, including cash and furnishings, and plans to host a “mini Wimbledon” on its tennis court. He and his wife Janny are preparing to move from their bungalow into the six‑bedroom estate with extensive grounds and amenities. The win has transformed their future prospects, offering financial security and the option of early retirement. The draw also raised significant funds for Over The Wall Camp, with Omaze contributing £4.5 million to support its programmes for young people with chronic illnesses.

A 28-year-old man was arrested in South Yorkshire on suspicion of murdering former MP and MEP Ann Widdecombe, who was found dead at her home in Haytor, Devon. Devon and Cornwall Police confirmed the suspect is in custody and that there is no indication of terrorism. The arrest was conducted with support from South Yorkshire Police and Counter Terrorism Policing North East. Widdecombe, aged 78, had a long political career with the Conservative Party, Brexit Party and Reform UK, and later appeared on popular television programmes.

Sheffield United’s preseason draw at Chesterfield highlighted Romelle Donovan’s standout debut, with strong praise for his direct attacking style and early chemistry with teammate Femi Seriki. His performance was described as bright, positive and full of potential, offering encouragement for supporters as he settles in on loan from Brentford.

Sheffield United defender Japhet Tanganga says the team is working to correct last season’s defensive issues, focusing on avoiding unnecessary defeats and valuing clean sheets during pre-season. New coach Phil Jones is credited with bringing top-level experience and guidance to improve the squad’s defensive mindset. A 0–0 draw against Chesterfield offered early signs of progress, with young defender Jamal Baptiste partnering Tanganga as part of the evolving setup ahead of the new season.

Sheffield United were held to a goalless draw by Chesterfield in a pre-season friendly despite creating the better chances, with substitutes Tyrese Campbell and Louie Marsh both missing opportunities. New signing Romelle Donovan impressed during his first-half appearance, while returning players Sydie Peck and Callum O’Hare added depth to the squad’s preparations. Defensive performances were generally solid, highlighted by Jamal Baptiste’s key block that deflected Dilan Markanday’s shot onto the bar. The team will now travel to Spain for the next stage of their pre-season schedule.

Bonsall is highlighted as a picturesque village on the edge of the Peak District, recommended as a summer day‑trip destination in Derbyshire. The piece notes the village’s scenic setting, position along the Limestone Way trail, historic connections to lead mining, and notable landmarks including the medieval Market Cross.

Meadowhall shopping centre reports several retail changes for summer, with new stores such as Gooey opening, JD Sports completing a major expansion, and some units remaining vacant, including the former Top Shop space.

Readers identified several Sheffield pubs that once had reputations for being among the roughest in the city, including the Amberley Hotel, the Magnet, the Cannon and the Elm Tree. The piece highlights how perceptions varied, with some recalling these venues fondly as lively places full of character despite their reputations.

A long-serving prison officer received a nine‑month jail sentence for a six‑month sexual relationship with an inmate at HMP Lindholme, involving encounters in his cell and a staff toilet. Suspicious behaviour prompted monitoring by colleagues, leading to the discovery of photographs and admissions of misconduct. The judge ruled that the seriousness of the breach of trust and prison security required immediate imprisonment despite mitigation regarding her family circumstances.

A community campaign group challenges conflicting official approaches to Hesley Wood, which is designated both for industrial development in the Sheffield Local Plan and for woodland restoration in the South Yorkshire Local Nature Recovery Strategy. The letter raises concerns about transparency, evidence handling, and internal consistency in the planning process, drawing parallels to past failures in public trust. It calls for clear explanations from local authorities and urges residents and stakeholders to demand greater accountability in decisions shaping Sheffield’s environment and future development.

A collection of 39 archival photographs captures daily life in Sheffield in 1962, showing moments of leisure, community, hardship and well‑known local landmarks, along with images of notable figures and long‑lost shops from the era.

A collection of archival photographs depicting childhood life in Sheffield during the 1960s and 1970s highlights outdoor play, local attractions, shopping trips and festive scenes, evoking nostalgia for a simpler era with fewer safety concerns and less traffic.

A collection of nostalgic photographs highlights Yorkshire life in the 1980s, featuring lost shops, popular attractions, notable cultural figures and events, and scenes of everyday leisure activities, evoking memories from the decade.

A collection of nostalgic photographs highlights popular Yorkshire shops of the 1960s and 1970s, recalling well-known chains such as British Home Stores, Mothercare and Woolworths along with regional favourites like Vallances and Redgates. The gallery reflects on once-prominent department stores and fashion retailers that shaped the era’s shopping culture.

A retrospective photo gallery highlights former Sheffield pubs once recognized by CAMRA as pub‑of‑the‑month winners, noting many have since closed, been demolished or repurposed. The collection includes historic venues, long‑serving landlords and notable locations tied to Sheffield’s pub heritage.

Archival photographs from 1989 capture notable people, venues and everyday scenes across Sheffield, including visits by Kylie Minogue and Princess Diana, early appearances by Phillip Schofield and Naseem Hamed, and key local moments connected to the era’s cultural and sporting life.

Historic photographs trace the transformation of Sheffield’s key streets as they shifted from traffic‑filled routes to pedestrian zones, highlighting changes from the early 1900s to the late 20th century. The collection shows former road layouts, long‑gone shops, and landmarks such as the Crimean Monument and past department stores, alongside major pedestrianisation milestones for Fargate, The Moor, Tudor Square, and Barker’s Pool.

A nostalgic photo gallery highlights popular nightlife spots on Sheffield’s Devonshire Street and Division Street during the 2000s, featuring venues such as Forum, Lloyds No.1 Cafe and the Green Room. The images capture familiar faces and lively moments, reflecting the enduring appeal of the city’s independent bar and music scene.

A collection of historic photographs highlights long queues across Yorkshire from the 1950s to the 1980s, showing residents lining up for sales, public transport, vaccinations, and major sporting events. The gallery reflects changing cityscapes and the disappearance of well‑known department stores, while underscoring the enduring British cultural habit of orderly queuing.

A photo gallery highlights notable Sheffield buildings from the 1960s and 1970s that have since been demolished, including cinemas, pubs, a hotel once visited by celebrities, industrial premises, shops and homes across several neighbourhoods. The images illustrate how redevelopment, fires and road expansion contributed to major changes in the city’s landscape.

Comparisons of average semi‑detached house prices and rental costs across Yorkshire show large variations in how long renters would need to pay rent equivalent to a purchase price, ranging from 18 to nearly 26 years. Analysis using Office for National Statistics data identifies North Yorkshire as offering the lowest rent‑to‑price ratio and Bradford among the highest. The findings highlight where renting is economically more favourable, while noting that mortgage costs, maintenance responsibilities, and deposit requirements complicate the choice between buying and renting.

A photo-led look back at Sheffield’s nightlife in the 1980s highlights iconic venues such as the Roxy nightclub, Romeo’s & Juliet’s, and the Compleat Angler, along with long-lost pubs and cinemas. The collection recalls notable performances at Sheffield City Hall and captures publicans and patrons across the city, inviting readers to reflect on memorable nights out and vanished entertainment spots.

A series of archive photographs highlights life in Sheffield during the mid-1970s, featuring lost shops, nightclubs, children’s activities, and major local landmarks, capturing scenes across the city and surrounding areas during the period.

A collection of nostalgic photographs from across Yorkshire showcases life in the 1970s, highlighting cultural moments, lost landmarks, nightlife, and community events, including early high-rise housing developments and notable public gatherings.

A photo gallery highlighting early 1960s life in Sheffield, featuring historic shops, attractions, music venues and street scenes reflecting cultural changes at the start of the decade.

A collection of photographs from 1981 highlights street parties across Yorkshire for the wedding of Prince Charles and Lady Diana Spencer, popular culture moments like the arrival of Donkey Kong and MTV, and scenes featuring local shops, nightlife, workers forming a new co‑operative and community celebrations.

A photo gallery highlights notable places, events and cultural memories from early‑1990s Sheffield, reflecting public nostalgia for the decade. Images capture local icons such as Meadowhall on opening day, Stone’s Cannon Brewery, Ponds Forge, historic markets, football successes for Sheffield United and Sheffield Wednesday, and Princess Diana’s visit to Jessop Hospital, illustrating why many consider the era a favourite.

A collection of nostalgic photographs captures everyday life in Sheffield during the late 1970s, highlighting now‑vanished pubs, shops, nightclubs and public venues. The gallery revisits former landmarks such as Longley Park swimming pool, Baileys and Scamps nightclubs, the Vulcan restaurant, and the John Banner department store, evoking memories of places and activities no longer available in the city.

A collection of late‑1960s photographs highlights notable Sheffield streets, shops, pubs and landmarks, including Redgates, Walsh’s, C&A, the Hole in the Road, Tinsley cooling towers and the Goodwin Fountain, capturing the city’s atmosphere and changes over time.

Photos depict Sheffield in the 1940s and 1950s, highlighting the city’s resilience during and after the Sheffield Blitz and its transformation through post‑war reconstruction. Key landmarks such as department stores, housing estates and city‑centre streets illustrate both destruction and redevelopment, while images of schools, shops and neighbourhoods evoke everyday life of the era.

Images highlight notable moments in Sheffield in 1996, including the rise of the Spice Girls, the opening of a new nightclub, a new landlord at a historic pub, Euro 96 festivities, construction of Sheffield City Airport, and popular venues and shops of the era.

A gallery of 50 historic photographs illustrates 150 years of change in Sheffield, highlighting dramatic shifts in population, major architectural transformations, the rise and fall of industries, and the evolution of transport, businesses, cinemas, and cultural landmarks from 1851 to the early 2000s.

A photo gallery revisits notable Sheffield locations, venues and cultural moments from the 1980s, highlighting long‑gone landmarks, shops, entertainment venues and memorable concerts that evoke nostalgia for the era despite its wider social challenges.

Black‑and‑white photographs from early 1970s Sheffield depict children playing freely in the streets, busy parks, adventure playgrounds, and now‑vanished landmarks. The collection highlights former family attractions, department stores, markets, and well‑known sites such as Tinsley’s cooling towers and the Goodwin Fountain, evoking memories of childhood and everyday life in the city during that era.

A collection of archival photographs highlights well‑known Sheffield pub landladies from the 1980s to the 2000s, celebrating their community roles, long service, and contributions to the atmosphere and life of local pubs, many of which no longer exist.

A nostalgic look at Sheffield’s former Castle Market, recounting its history from its early construction to its closure in 2013 and showcasing photos of traders and stalls from the 1970s to its final years.

A collection of 1960s black‑and‑white photographs highlights everyday life and well‑known landmarks in Sheffield, featuring lost shops, pubs and cinemas alongside buildings that remain recognizable today. The gallery showcases busy streets, popular retailers of the era and key city locations, evoking memories of the period’s urban atmosphere.

A nostalgic photo gallery revisits Meadowhall’s early years, highlighting the major impact of its 1990 opening, the evolution of its shops and restaurants, and memorable moments such as Christmas events and celebrity visits, while noting how few original retailers remain today.

Sheffield’s long‑established businesses continue to thrive despite industrial decline, economic pressures and recent crises. Historic firms such as Henderson’s Relish, Atkinsons, Granelli’s, Two Steps, Sheffield Forgemasters International and Simpkins are highlighted for their resilience, longevity and cultural significance, with several tracing their origins back more than a century and maintaining traditional methods or playing key roles in the city’s industrial heritage.

Semi‑detached house prices in Yorkshire have risen, with Bradford showing the strongest growth at 5 percent, driven partly by its City of Culture status and related investment. Despite national price declines, semi-detached homes increased in value, with Yorkshire’s average reaching £214,865. Estate agents cite Bradford’s cultural profile, job growth and affordability as key factors. Regional comparisons show East Riding with the lowest growth and North Yorkshire, Sheffield and Kirklees following in ascending order.

A nostalgic photo collection highlights the history of Crookes in Sheffield, where Def Leppard began, featuring images of local shops, pubs, schools, and early venues linked to the band and other notable musicians.

A photo-led look back at popular Sheffield nightclubs from the 1980s to the 2000s, including Gatecrasher, Niche, Cairo Jax, and others, highlighting their cultural impact and the memories associated with them.

A collection of nostalgic photographs highlights Yorkshire landmarks lost to demolition, including schools, pubs, shops, railway stations, tower blocks and power station cooling towers, illustrating how the region has changed from the 1960s to the 2000s.

A collection of 1980s and 1990s photographs highlights Yorkshire pubs and their landlords, reflecting their role as community hubs amid long‑term declines in pub numbers. The images feature memorable publicans, including those known for acts of bravery, long service and local prominence, while also noting that some of the featured establishments have since closed. The piece celebrates the social importance of these venues and the people who ran them.

Photos highlight key moments in Sheffield during 1982, including the loss of HMS Sheffield during the Falklands War, celebrations of Sheffield United’s Fourth Division title, everyday city life, popular venues, shops, and the entertainment landscape of the era.

A collection of archival photos highlights notable figures from Sheffield, including actors, musicians and athletes, shown at various stages of their early lives and careers.

A collection of nostalgic photographs highlights childhood and youth activities across Sheffield during the 1990s, featuring scenes of sports, festivals, school events, charity efforts and popular local attractions such as Meadowhall and Ski Village, evoking memories for residents who grew up during the decade.

A collection of historic photographs traces Yorkshire’s railway history from the late 1930s through the nationalisation era, the mid‑century rise of diesel and electric trains, the Beeching cuts of the 1960s, and the eventual end of British Rail in the 1990s. Images depict changes in stations, evolving locomotive technology, and railway workers who shaped the passenger experience over several decades.

A collection of nostalgic photographs showcases notable Sheffield landmarks from the 1960s and 1970s that have since been demolished, including cinemas, schools, factories and well‑known public features such as the Tinsley cooling towers and the Hole in the Road underpass.

A nostalgic collection of photographs highlights popular Sheffield cafes and coffee houses from the 1960s and 1970s, including long‑gone favourites such as the Mikado, the Copper Kettle and Dainties, capturing food, atmosphere and social memories from the era.

A collection of nostalgic photographs highlights life in Sheffield throughout the 1980s and 1990s, featuring notable local figures, major city moments and changing landmarks, including promotions, demolitions, and well‑known personalities.

A collection of black‑and‑white photographs highlights daily life across Yorkshire in the 1960s, featuring old shops, cafes, cinemas, vehicles and public spaces in towns including Leeds, Sheffield and Doncaster, evoking memories of well‑known local businesses and social activities of the era.