Do you remember these lost attractions across Chesterfield and Derbyshire – that were once popular places for families to visit during school holidays in the 80s and 90s?
If you grew up in Chesterfield or Derbyshire during the 80s and 90s, these well-loved attractions will be rooted firmly in your memories.
These attractions were some of the most popular across Chesterfield and Derbyshire before the turn of the century, but sadly, they have now closed their doors.
Some were demolished entirely, while a selection of other sites have survived – with new businesses taking them on.
Opening in 1983, the Dambusters Museum at the Derwent Dam was open at weekends and banks holidays, with historic artefacts relating to the famous raid. Actor Richard Todd star of the 1950s film The Dambusters visited it in 2002, but it closed several years later when the dam's owners decided the dam tower which housed it was not a suitable location for a visitor attraction. Photo: Dean Atkins
The Heanor Empire Cinema was another cinema that residents will look back on fondly. This photo is from April 1989, when the building was being demolished. Photo: Johnston press
Another addition to the ranks of popular cinemas across Derbyshire from days gone by, the Odeon building is now home to the Winding Wheel venue. Photo: Derbyshire Times
Although it was in Sheffield, many Derbyshire families will have travelled into the city to visit the Silver Blades Ice Rink - pictured here in February 1984. Photo: Sheffield Newspapers Ltd