These photos turn back the clock to the 1990s, a decade in which an audacious crime caper played out in the heart of the community and one which turned out to be bungling rather than brilliant. Robbers hatched a plan to steal thousands from the Yorkshire Bank in the community. The story is one memory which make up 16 photos in this gallery which features pubs, restaurants, shops, fundraising and local sport. Spotted anyone you remember? 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

7. Cross Gates in the 1990s
Inside Leonards on Crossgates Road pictured in November 1996. | Roy Fox Photo: Roy Fox

8. Cross Gates in 1990s
The Manston pub on Austhorpe Road in October 1996. | Peter Thacker Photo: Peter Thacker

9. Cross Gates in the 1990s
Staff at Halifax Property Services on Austhorpe Road in June 1998. Manager Beverley Kitchen, right, is pictured with her team, from left , Wendy Redman ,Kelly Gregson , Fiona Cole , Liz Khan , Linden Jenkins and Tracy Armitage. | Graham Lindley Photo: Graham Lindley

10. Cross Gates in the 1990s
Gladiators host Ulrika Jonsson meets young fans after opening The Pocket Phone Shop at Crossgates Shopping Centre in January 1998. | Mel Hulme Photo: Mel Hulme

11. Cross Gates in the 1990s
Did you enjoy a drink here during the 1990s? The Station pub on Station Road pictured in April 1997. | Roy Fox Photo: Roy Fox

12. Cross Gates in the 1990s
John and Andrew Green at Wilsons Butchers with their award-winning pork pies in October 1997. | Steve Riding Photo: Steve Riding


