They showcase life around the suburb during the 1930s, a decade which saw the bulldozer clear row upon row of houses in the heart of the community. This gallery also focuses on local landmarks as well as the community’s industrial heritage. 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: Holbeck in the 1980s – Pubs, cafes, shops and Domestic Street in focus LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook YEP RETRO NEWSLETTER: Sign up for our free monthly email digest of Leeds nostalgia
7. Holbeck in the 1930s
W.A. Smith (Leeds) Ltd, general printers located between Brown Lane and Low Fields Road in June 1937. View of Carlton printing works. Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
8. Holbeck in the 1930s
View showing front of Temple works Marshall Mills on west side of Marshall Street. Samuel Driver Ltd sign can be seen to centre of building. Pictured in September 1938. Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
9. Holbeck in the 1930s
The works and receiving office of Mints cleaners which is on mint off Low Moorside. Pictured in May 1936. Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
10. Holbeck in the 1930s
A wagon loaded with milk churns can be seen at the dairy premises of Leeds Industrial Co-operative Society Ltd in May 1936. Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
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