The diggers were ripping up the pitch in 1997 at McLaren Field, the former home of Bramley RLFC, after the land was sold for housing development. The 'Villagers' had played at the ground since 1965 during which time they won the BBC2 Floodlit Trophy in 1973, the first silverware in their proud history stretching back to 1879. McLaren Field had also been the scene of the club's highest ever win, a 52-17 demolition of Doncaster in a Yorkshire County Cup first round tie in September 1974. They were playing their home games at Headingley. All change of a different kind was played out on national TV for neighbours in Bramley. They agreed to take part in do-it-yourself home improvement show Changing Rooms. Elsewhere Bramley Carnival proved a success and milkmen in LS13 joined the fight against crime. Enjoy these photos showcasing a year in the life of Bramley in 1997. Do you recognise anyone? READ MORE: 12 photo memories of Bramley in 1998 LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook
13. Bramley in 1997
Retired Bramley couple Bill and Maureen Hall became instant celebrities when they stepped off a Britannia Airways flight from Leeds Bradford Airport. They enjoyed VIP treatment as the 20 millionth customers to visit Gerona Airport in Spain. Photo: Mike Cowling
14. Bramley in 1997
March 1997 and the diggers have nearly finished ripping up the pitch atMcLaren Field, the former home of Bramley RLFC. Photo: James Hardisty
15. Bramley in 1997
Pupils from Christ the King RC School in Bramley joined children from Burley's St. Matthias CofE in helping design new gates at Kirkstall Valley Nature Reserve. They are pictured with artist Mick Kirby. Photo: Roy Fox
16. Enjoyed this gallery?
Share your memories of Bramley in 1997 with Andrew Hutchinson via email at: [email protected] or tweet him - @AndyHutchYPN