This retro photo gallery takes you back up to half a century, showing some of the most popular nightspots around the county back then.
The fondly remembered nightclubs pictured include one which was reputedly the biggest in Europe when it opened, another that was known for its hypnotic laser shows and 10p pints, and a third launched by one of Britain’s most flamboyant businessmen.
Between them, they hosted some of the biggest bands and singers of the 70s and 80s, including Kylie, David Bowie, Fleetwood Mac, U2 and the Sex Pistols.
These nostalgic pictures will take you back to the glory days of these much-loved nightclubs, including one described as an ‘oasis’ for ‘wining, dining and dancing’, another known as ‘the place to be seen’ and a third said to be the ‘best discotheque around’.
Do you remember these nightclubs, and do these photos bring back any happy memories of nights out there during the 70s and 80s?
21. Seventh Heaven
This popular Doncaster landmark has a fascinating history. The Grade II-listed Art Deco building on Duke Street began life as a Co-op building in the 1940s and has been home to the council's planning department and the discount store TJ Hughes but it is best known to many for its musical heritage. The Beatles played there early in their career, on August 8, 1962, and the venue has been known as Romeo and Juliets and Karisma, but to a generation of 80s clubbers it will always be Seventh Heaven. | National World Photo: National World
22. Romeo's & Juliet's
Romeo's & Juliet's was a legendary Sheffield nightspot of the 80s | Sheffield Newspapers Ltd Photo: Sheffield Newspapers
23. The Limit
The Limit hosted some huge names, often before they were famous. The legendary nightclub opened on West Street, Sheffield, in 1978 and ran for 13 years until 1991. U2 played there in their early days, to just 13 punters, and Wham! also performed to a tiny audience before they were big. The venue also played a big role in the rise of local bands like the Human League, ABC and Def Leppard. It is pictured here in 1981. | Sheffield Newspapers Photo: Sheffield Newspapers
24. Martine's
Martine's, located in the Corn Exchange cellars in Leeds, was billed as the 'best discotheque around' and many former punters would say it lived up to the tag. One person recalled how the venue, pictured here in November 1980, was for a time the only night club in Leeds which would let you in wearing jeans. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net