They showcase the stalls, traders and vast choice on offer at one Europe’s largest indoor markets during the 1990s. It was a decade which saw vast amounts of shoppers visit the city centre landmark on the lookout for bargains. These photos, plucked from the YEP archive, highlight the stalls and familiar faces which gave the market its distinct character. READ MORE: Unseen photos chart of a golden age of Leeds pub culture LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook YEP RETRO NEWSLETTER: Sign up for our free monthly email digest of Leeds nostalgia
1. Kirkgate Market in the 1990s
Inside herbalists J.W.Clapham in May 1996. Pictured is Lily Clark, centre, with two of her staff Sylvia Watson, left, and Judith Wade. | Mel Hulme Photo: Mel Hulme
2. Kirkgate Market in the 1990s
You didn't need to ask the price at Murphy's - everything was £1. Pictured in August 1998. | Peter Thacker Photo: Peter Thacker
3. Kirkgate Market in the 1990s
Butchers at Kirkgate Market pictured in October 1999. | Dan Oxtoby Photo: Dan Oxtoby
4. Kirkgate Market in the 1990s
American beef was on sale at R.V. Smith's butchers. Pictured are Michelle Stead and Nick Gifford. | Mark Bickerdike Photo: Mark Bickerdike
5. Kirkgate Market in 1990s
Murphy's Household Stores - pictured here in November 1996 - proved popular with bargain-hunters. | Peter Thacker Photo: Peter Thacker
6. Kirkgate Market in the 1990s
Why pay top prices at the big DIY stores when you can get bargains like this at small ones? Woodys DIY. Photo: Peter Thacker