Simon Jose and Simon Norfolk were two great examples of young 20 somethings keen to forge a future away from the clutches of unemployment. The pair had launched a new monthly magazine called Northern Kickback on the news stands. And to promote the achievement, Roy Kinnear - a governor of the charity Instant Muscle, which had helped the pair with business advice and financial backing - came to the city to meet them. This was Leeds in 1986 and the photo is one of more than 20 documenting the year in this wonderful gallery of memories. City centre landmarks are featured as well as reflections from the city’s suburbs with Chapeltown, Armley, Pool, Stourton and Roundhay Park all in focus. READ MORE: 36 of the best photos take you back to Leeds in 1983 LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook YEP RETRO NEWSLETTER: Sign up for our free monthly email digest of Leeds nostalgia
19. Burmantofts
February 1986 and a rag and bone man makes his way down a cobbled street near St. James's Hospital. | YPN Photo: YPN
20. Leeds United
Ian Baird heads home to put the Whites 2-0 up against Hull City at Elland Road in September 1986. Leeds won 3-0. | YPN Photo: YPN
21. Leeds city centre
The old facade of the Grande Arcade is revealed during work on the front of the Tower Picture House cinema. | YPN Photo: YPN
22. Enjoyed this gallery?
Share your memories of Leeds in 1986 with Andrew Hutchinson via email at: [email protected] or tweet him - @AndyHutchYPN | YPN Photo: YPN