Shop closures in Wortley were the talk of the community in the 1970s with disappearing stores causing hardship for pensioners who were faced with an uphill walk to find alternatives. The issue is among a number of photo memories focusing on life around the suburb during a decade of change and challenges. The images are a mix from the YEP archive, West Yorkshire Archive Service and others published courtesy of photographic archive Leodis, which is run by Leeds Library & Information Service. 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
19. Wortley in the 1970s
The fire damaged section of Upper Wortley C P School on Ashlery Road in December 1977. The blaze destroyed one entire classroom, taking the roof, entry hall, stairs and damage to the main hall. Photo: YPN
20. Wortley in the 1970s
Timber framed houses being built at Whingate in November 1979. Photo: YPN
21. Wortley in the 1970s
Did you work here back in the day? J. E. Mather and Sons Ltd on Silver Royd Hill. Pictured in November 1975. Photo: YPN