We’ve rummaged through The Star’s archives to bring you this selection of photos showing pub life around Sheffield during the decade. Some of the watering holes featured are still going strong while others have sadly been lost for good.
If you’re not feeling nostalgic already, the fact a pint of beer in the UK cost on average just 47p when the decade began should be enough to have you pining for the 1980s.
1. The Raven Hotel pub
The inside of the Raven Hotel pub on Fitzwilliam Street, Sheffield, after it was demolished before being renovated in "nautical" fashion and being renamed the "Hornblower" - 8th August 1980 Photo: Nancy Fielder
2. Fox Inn
Fox Inn, Sheffield - September 1989 Photo: Nancy Fielder
3. The Pomona pub
The Pomona Pub, Ecclesall Road, Sheffield, in 1980 Photo: Sheffield Newspapers
4. The Museum pub
Orchard Street, Sheffield, in March 1980. This photo shows The Museum pub, Berni Steak Bar and Sally's Pantry Photo: Colin Drury