The year was 1996 and these photos showcase bags of community spirit thanks to annual events in the town's entertainment calendar including Otley Carnival, Otley River Festival, Otley Show and the Victorian Fayre. They also turn the spotlight on the town's thriving local sport scene with football, rugby union and cricket all featured as well as Otley Sailing Club and Otley Rhythmic Gymnastics Club. Enjoy these photo gems celebrating 12 months in the life of the market town. This was Otley in 1996. Do you recognise anyone? READ MORE: 21 unseen photos of Otley through the years LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook
13. Otley in 1996
December 1996 and pictured is Otley Town crier Paddy Steval. | James Hardisty Photo: James Hardisty
14. Otley in 1996
Grumbleweed and local farmer Graham Walker samples a burger with Victoria Lister, a member of the Askwith Young Farmers, in Otley on British Beef Day in October 1996. | Mel Hulme Photo: Mel Hulme
15. Otley in 1996
This costume designer Cherie Sharpe, among some of her garments at Dress Circle in the town. | Dan Oxtoby Photo: Dan Oxtoby
16. Otley in 1996
On the water at Otley Sailing Club in April 1996 are, from the left, Amy Stanard, Clare Fox, Suzanne Iggo and Norman Stephens. | Mark Bickerdike Photo: Mark Bickerdike
17. Otley in 1996
October 1996 and Emmerdale cast members are briefed before a film shoot in the town's Market Square. | Peter Thacker Photo: Peter Thacker
18. Otley in 1996
November 1996 and Otley Civic Centre held its first open day to the public. Pictured is Dr Peter Sanderson, president of the Otley and District Photographic Society with Coun Sue Egan, leader of Otley Town Council. | Peter Thacker Photo: Peter Thacker