Big venues like Gatecrasher, later to become the Republic, drew people into the city from around the country and even abroad. The huge number of club nights such as Rise, Brighton Beach, NY Sushi and Hot Pants took over venues such as the Leadmill and Sheffield City Hall Ballroom and student union spaces.
Which club nights did you and your mates head to?
1. Fun factory
Opening night at the Music Factory, London Road, Sheffield on May 15, 1994. This building has famously been home to many clubs over the years, including the Locarno, the Palais, Bed... Photo: Steve Ellis
2. Beach party
A girls night out at Brighton Beach in Sheffield City Hall were, from left, Jo, Sarah, Mandy and Jill Photo: ©Jon Enoch
3. Fun in store
Exterior view of the Music Factory. The venue for many a Sheffielder's wild night out is now a convenience store Photo: Sheffield Newspapers
4. Ace faces
Sally and Toby at Brighton Beach, which was famous for its mod-themed poster designs Photo: ©Jon Enoch