But it could all have been very different. Coached by his father who had a short professional career with Notts County, Peter became a decent player and he was even invited to a trial with Sheffield United.

He actually declined but the dedicated Blade did end up at Bramall Lane in later life. "I was invited to organise the club's centenary celebrations in 1889 and worked with many famous faces including Derek Dooley, Dave Bassett, Brian Clough and may others," he says.

Peter lives in the Ranmoor area of Sheffield with his wife Barbara – he has five children and 11 grandchildren.

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The Fiesta Cabaret Club

When it was built in the early 1970s The Fiesta was the biggest nightclub in Europe, accommodating 1,200 people, all seated at tables.

The tiered seating ensured everyone had an excellent view of the stage. Many of the world's top artists appeared there – Ella Fitzgerald, Ray Charles, Gene Pitney, Jack Jones, The Beach Boys, The Four Tops – the list is endless. I loved the top-class cabaret so, for me, The Fiesta was absolute perfection and I regarded its closure as a major disaster.

The Parks

Over the years Sheffield has been able to boast some of the finest parks in Britain. The floral displays in some of them are exquisite.

When I was a lad, living in Shiregreen, my local park was Concord but my favourite was always Millhouses Park.

To go there was always a special treat. We had to travel to the city centre by bus and then to Millhouses by tram. It was an exciting journey for a youngster. The paddling pool and the river added to the enjoyment.

SUFC

My dad was a Blade, so I became a Blade on the day I was born. My younger brother, who is otherwise very bright, chose to become an Owl – stupid boy!

When I retired from my job at the Town Hall I had the good fortune to be invited by Derek Dooley to organise the club's centenary celebration and I spent a very enjoyable time at Bramall Lane in the fascinating company of Dave Bassett. So, having promoted my home city for nearly 18 years, I then worked for the football club I have supported all my life.

Things don't get much better than that.

Sheffield City Hall

I regard Sheffield City Hall as one of the finest auditoriums in the UK. Even more important, perhaps, is that it holds many happy memories for me.

At the top of the nostalgia list is a meeting with one of my all-time idols, the singer Peggy Lee. She appeared there in the early Eighties and, after the show, I was invited to join her for a glass of Champagne. Magic!

On reflexion that isn't my most popular memory of the City Hall. I've just remembered that I first met my wife in Sheffield City Hall Ballroom – 56 years ago.

I thought I better mention it or I shall be in real trouble.

The Lyceum

I shudder when I think about the time – not so long ago – when The Lyceum was threatened with demolition. Thanks to the efforts of a large number of dedicated enthusiasts, the theatre was saved and restored to its former glory.

What a beautiful theatre it is. I first went there in the 1940s to see Sir Donald Wolfit in Shakespeare's King Lear, which I was studying at school. I didn't enjoy Wolfit's overplayed performance but I loved the theatre. I still do.

High Storrs Grammar School

I have led a very happy – and fairly successful – life and High Storrs Grammar School can take much of the credit for that. It gave me the best education I could have hoped for and gave me a great start in life.

When I showed an aptitude for languages two of the teachers took a particular interest in my academic progress. Mr Griffin (French) and Mr Bailey (Latin) gave me private lessons, in their own time and without charge. They were convinced I was good enough to go to Oxford or Cambridge, even though such a thought had never entered my head. My degree from Cambridge totally changed my life.

Thank you, Mr Griffin. Thank you, Mr Bailey. Thank you, High Storrs.

The Golden Frame

How many cities have such spectacular scenery on the doorstop?

It's a fact that part of the Peak District National Park lies within Sheffield's city boundary. Within easy driving distance are the glorious Derbyshire Dales, the Castleton caverns, wild moorlands, enchanting villages and magnificent stately homes. You name it, we've got it.

What an environment! What beauty! Lucky Sheffield.

The people

I've saved the best until last. Above all, I love Sheffielders – even Wednesdayites!