The images feature landmarks from the decade as well as familiar streets and locations around the community. They 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: 19 unseen photos of Kirkstall through the years LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook
19. Kirksatll in the 1930s
Resurfacing of Kirkstall Bridge in June 1938. Men working on the road, wheelbarrow & broom on road. Lamppost on left hand side with some clothing piled up at its base. Kirkstall Brewery & tall chimney in background. Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
20. Kirkstall in the 1930s
Kirkstall Lane junction with Kirkstall Hill in May 1935. Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
21. Kirkstall in the 1930s
View from Bridge Road in January 1937 toward junction with Abbey Road and Commercial Road to the right. The Police station is on the left in centre of photograph. Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
22. Kirkstall in the 1930s
Kirkstall Lane and its junction with Morris Lane in May 1937. Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
23. Kirkstall in the 1930s
Abbey Road showing railings and new entrance at the northern end of Kirkstall Forge grounds in November 1937. Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
24. Kirkstall in the 1930s
Improvements to wall and factory at junction of Kirkstall Hill in July 1938. Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net