They turn back the clock to turn the spotlight on Kirkstall during the 1930s. They highlight the daily hustle and bustle of life around the suburb and bring into focus a range of local landmarks including Kirkstall Abbey. 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: Memories of lost Leeds pubs in Burley and Kirkstall LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook YEP RETRO NEWSLETTER: Sign up for our free monthly email digest of Leeds nostalgia
13. Kirkstall in the 1930s
Kirkstall Abbey in May 1931. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
14. Kirkstall in the 1930s
Resurfacing of Kirkstall bridge in June 1938. Men working on the road, wheelbarrow & broom on road. Lamppost on left hand side with some clothing piled up at its base. Kirkstall Brewery & tall chimney in background. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
15. Kirkstall in the 1930s
Re-waterproofing decking on Kirkstall Bridge. men are working on road which is partially dug up and under water. Several men are watching. Bridge Hotel & tall chimney on left. Lamp post also LCT bus stop on right. Pictured in June 1938. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
16. Kirkstall in the 1930s
resurfacing of Kirkstall bridge. Several men are working on the road, which is partially dug up. The Bridge Hotel is on the left hand side. Pictured in June 1938. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
17. Kirkstall in the 1930s
A view from Bridge Road toward junction with Abbey Road (Left 7, Kirkstall Lane) and Commercial Road to the right. The Police station is on the left in centre of photograph. Midland Bank can be seen on corner (this is number 1 Commercila Road, Manager Ernest Palmer). A Leeds City Transport bus stop is visible on the right. Pictured in January 1937. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
18. Kirkstall in the 1930s
Looking across Morris Lane from the bottom of Kirkstall Hill, at the junction with Kirkstall Lane. Number 1 Kirkstall Hill is home of Allan Lye, forgeman. Number 3 is a boot and shoe repair shop, business of John Arthur Stammers. Pictured in May 1935. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net