The photos turn back the clock to 1980 and showcase the stories which were making the news around the county during the dawn of a new decade. Locstions in focus include Leeds, Wakefield, Huddersfield and Halifax in West Yorkshire, Whitby and Scarborough on the east coast as well as the Yorkshire Dales. READ MORE: 24 photo memories take you around Yorkshire in 1970 YEP RETRO NEWSLETTER: Sign up for our free monthly email digest of Leeds nostalgia

7. Wakefield
Gas board fitter Ernest Brice was such a keen gardener that for the past eight years he has provided Wakefield Westage with blooming displays - all for nothing. Pictured in August 1980. Photo: YPN

8. Bingley
Fred Coles is pictured making last minute adjustments to his heavyweight kite in March 1980. However, the light wind would not lift it. Photo: YPN

9. Leeds
The Tetley team of Shire Horses enjoy a taste of their favourite tipple in February 1980. Photo: Jack Hickes

10. Crigglestone
The viaduct at Crigglestone, which spans Denby Dale Road. Pictured in October 1980. Photo: YPN

11. Ravenscar
From Cleveland Way walk at Ravenscar in September 1980. Robin Hood's Bay is in the middle distance. Photo: YPN

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