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

13. Cross Gates in the 1990s
Resident Malcolm Jackson was left counting the cost in November 1997 after a firework came through his garage roof. | Mark Bickerdike Photo: Mark Bickerdike

14. Cross Gates in the 1990s
Young residents of The Avenue planned a Millennium Street party in December 1999. Pictured, from left, are Jennifer Dunwell, Jake Burke, Harriett Darcy, Amy Darcy, Kalli Darcy, Sophie Barrass, Natalie Barrass, Rebecca Barrass, James Pickles and John Pickles. | Bruce Rollinson Photo: Bruce Rollinson

15. Cross Gates in the 1990s
Special project workers at Chorleys printers prepare Halifax Transfer documents for posting to thousands of the building society members in January 1997. | Roy Fox Photo: Roy Fox

16. Cross Gates in the 1990s
A public meeting was held to discuss the crumbling state of Cross Gates Primary School in June 1999. | Mel Hulme Photo: Mel Hulme

17. Cross Gates in the 1990s
This is Barbara Rowley who won a cleaning award for the work she has done at The Manston Hotel in August 1998. | Justin Lloyd Photo: Justin Lloyd

18. Cross Gates in the 1990s
Did you enjoy a meal here back in the day? Sorrento restaurant and wine bar on Kingswear Parade pictured in April 1999. | Richard Hainsworth Photo: Richard Hainsworth


