Heavy snow brought the city to a standstill leaving motorists stranded, pedestrians frustrated and others determined to make the most of the white stuff. Princess Anne also visited the city while campaigners were out in force opposed to housing developments with others concerned about traffic blackspots. Elsewhere green beer, yes green beer, went on sale in the city and Leeds United welcomed a trialist who played with Germany at Euro 1988. This was Leeds in January 1996 - is it a city you remember? READ MORE: 35 photos to take you back to Leeds in 1996 LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook
1. Leeds city centre
Did you enjoy a drink here back in the day? The Guildford on The Headrow. | Peter Thacker Photo: Peter Thacker
2. Headingley
Salvos restaurant was celebrating its millionth customer. Co-owner John Dammone, right, is pictured with customer Martin Cockerham. | Justin Lloyd Photo: Justin Lloyd
3. Leeds city centre
Leeds members of Friends of the Earth stage a demonstration on the 100th year of the car, by stretching a banner across The Headrow. It mourned the death of Bridget Driscoll, the first person to be killed by a car in 1896 which was travelling at just four miles per hour. | Peter Thacker Photo: Peter Thacker
4. Leeds city centre
Snow brought chaos as motorists struggled in City Square. | Roy Fox Photo: Roy Fox
5. Roundhay Park
Families enjoyed sledging in Roundhay Park. | Steve Riding Photo: Steve Riding
6. Leeds United
Tomas Brolin trains at the South Leeds Stadium ahead of Leeds United's clash with Nottingham Forest at Elland Road. It was a game the Whites lost 2-1. | Roy Fox Photo: Roy Fox