The Cardigan Arms on Dewsbury Road at Woodkirk will be remembered by generations of pub goers. It was demolished in 1972 as part of the road widening scheme at Woodkirk. These photos are sure to evoke memories for generations of regulars. The images are published courtesy of the David Atkinson Archive whose collection is housed on photographic archive Leodis, which is run by Leeds Library & Information Service. READ MORE: 33 closed Leeds pubs which will stir fond memories for drinkers LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook
1. Cardigan Arms
Enjoy these photo memories of the Cardigan Arm. PIC: David Atkinson Archive Photo: David Atkinson Archive
2. Cardigan Arms memories
The original road bend showing the Cardigan Arms with the Woodkirk old vicarage on the right. Pictured in the 1920. Photo: David Atkinson Archive
3. Cardigan Arms memories
An aerial view of Cardigan Arms in the 1950s. In the bottom left hand corner the tower of St. Mary's Church is visible and just above is St. Mary's Church Vicarage. In the centre of the bottom is St. Mary's Church Sunday School, and to the right of it a house called Hillside. Photo: David Atkinson Archive
4. Cardigan Arms memories
The pub pictured in May 1963. At this time the ale was supplied by Ind Coope signs advertise 'Light Snacks' and meals of 'Ham and Eggs' and Steak and Chips'. Photo: David Atkinson Archive
5. Cardigan Arms
The Cardigan Arms provides a backdrop this this photo circa 1965. Pupils from Woodkirk School are working with shovels and pick-axes under the supervision of their teacher. They are excavating an area in front of Woodkirk Church (St. Mary's) tower. Photo: David Atkinson Archive
6. Cardigan Arms memories
The back door to the Cardigan Arms pictured circa 1969. Photo: David Atkinson Archive