Morrisons officially opened its doors on February 25, 1970 offering a large, modern shopping experience for the town and beyond. This gallery focuses on life around Yeadon in the 1970s and features shops, factories and pubs as well as local landmarks. The images are a mix from the YEP archive and others 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: 22 of the best photos take you back to Yeadon in the 1990s LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook YEP RETRO NEWSLETTER: Sign up for our free monthly email digest of Leeds nostalgia
7. Yeadon in the 1970s
Did you work here back in the day? A. E. Turbine Components Ltd pictured in August 1979. | YPN Photo: YPN
8. Yeadon in the 1970s
The Crown Hotel on Ivegate pictured in September 1973. | YPN Photo: YPN
9. Yeadon in the 1970s
A Beagle B206, of Northair Aviation Limited pictured at Leeds Bradford Airport in April 1971. | YPN Photo: YPN
10. Yeadon in the 1970s
The first day of Yeadon market on Town Hall Square in August 1971. | YPN Photo: YPN
11. Yeadon in the 1970s
Yorkshire Light Aircraft Ltd at Leeds Bradford Airport in April 1971. | YPN Photo: YPN
12. Yeadon in the 1970s
These premises were said to be haunted by a poltergeist. Pictured in January 1970. | YPN Photo: YPN