These images provide a fascinating snapshot of life in Gipton down the decades and feature local landmarks. The images are published courtesy of photographic archive Leodis, which is run by Leeds Library & Information Service. They also run heritage blog The Secret Library Leeds, which provides a behind the scenes look at the Central Library and highlights from its special collections, including rare books hidden away in the stacks. READ MORE: 23 unseen photos of Burmantofts through the years LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook
1. October 1937
Parade of shops on Amberton Approach, Oakwood Lane. From left to right are Jarrett Bros, P. Bennett, confectioner, Almonds fish and fruit, Mittons Newsagent. | other Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
2. January 1925
Copgrove Road showing rows of two-storey semi-detatched houses with front gardens and low iron railings. Unsurfaced road with projecting manhole cover. | other Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
3. April 1938
A view of JH Dewhurst Ltd at 137 Easterly Road. An illegal sign has been marked out on this photo. | other Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
4. September 1982
Councillor Michael Simmons (left) hands over the keys to the new Gipton Housing Office to the new housing manager, Bob Prince. | other Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
5. Circa 1954/1955
A group of children pictured on Brander Mount, taken on a Whit Sunday when all were dressed in their best outfits. | other Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
6. Jul,y 1986
Denis Healey MP crowns Ann Marie Duffy the Queen of Gipton Gala. He went down on bended knee to present the Queen with a Silver cup. | other Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net