They turn the spotlight on the suburb in 1961 and showcase local landmarks as well as shops, cafes and streets which were demolished as part of slum clearance. The images are published courtesy of West Yorkshire Archive Service, which collects and looks after the unique documentary heritage of the region dating from the 12th century to the present day - more than 800 years of local history. It also runs Catablogue, an online blog dedicated to preserving the past, serving the present and protecting the future. READ MORE: Memories of lost Leeds pubs in Armley, Wortley and Farnley LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook YEP RETRO NEWSLETTER: Sign up for our free monthly email digest of Leeds nostalgia
13. Wortley in 1961
To the left, number 1 Ashley Road has been demolished, the four remaining houses number 2, 3, 4 and 5, which is on the right. The school which can be seen is Upper Wortley Infant and Junior School. Pictured in August 1961. Photo: West Yorkshire Archive Service
14. Wortley in 1961
To the left is Goodwin Road, next the shop at 102 Upper Wortley Road. In the centre of the row, 100 'Anne' ladies and childrens outfitters. To the right is a grocers shop, business of Eva M. Leggott. The yard on the right is a grocer's shop, business of Eva M. Leggott. The yard on the right gave access to Albert Keep, ladder maker at number 88. Pictured in August 1961. Photo: West Yorkshire Archive Service
15. Wortley in 1961
Rear view of Goodwin Road, these were through houses with back gardens. Number 1 is on the right, this is the corner with Goodwin Place. Pictured in August 1961. Photo: West Yorkshire Archive Service
16. Wortley in 1961
On the left Goodwin Place can be seen then moving right, this section of Goodwin Road begins with number 1. The numbers follow in sequence to 17 on the right, adjacent to 17 is a passageway leading to the rear and gardens of these houses. They were through houses. Photo: West Yorkshire Archive Service
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