They showcase the city’s proud trade and industry during the decade and are sure to evoke memories for a generation of workers who helped keep the wheels of profit and progress turning. The photos, plucked from the YEP archive, take you on the shop floor, inside warehouses and canteens as well as focus on familiar faces at firms across the city. READ MORE: The story of a quirky Leeds pub LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook YEP RETRO NEWSLETTER: Sign up for our free monthly email digest of Leeds nostalgia
7. Leeds trade and industry
The headquarters of Pumping Services Group in Hunslet pictured in July 1984. Photo: YPN
8. Leeds trade and industry
Pritchard Security Services based at Sunshine Mills at Whingate. Pictured in June 1981. Photo: YPN
9. Leeds trade and industry
Printing machine manufacturers Crabtree Vickers. Pictured in February 1983. Photo: YPN
10. Leeds trade and industry
Robson Power Tools' hire depot on Gelderd Road in January 1986. Photo: YPN
11. Leeds trade and industry
Crane manufacturing firm Wellman Booth in Rodley. It employed 328 staff. Pictured in October 1986. Photo: YPN
12. Leeds trade and industry
The new Crabtree Vickers factory on Leathley Road in September 1981. It offered 130,000sq ft of office and production space. Photo: YPN