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
19. Cross Gates in the 1990s
Did you enjoy a meal here back in the day? The East India restaurant pictured in October 1996. | Justin Lloyd Photo: Justin Lloyd
20. Cross Gates in the 1990s
John Green of Wilsons Butcher bites into the shop's new barbeque special in May 1998 - a crocodile kebab. | Dan Oxtoby Photo: Dan Oxtoby
21. Cross Gates in the 1990s
Santa arrives at Crossgates Centre in November 1999. | Roy Fox Photo: Roy Fox
22. Cross Gates in the 1990s
The Crossgates Village Welfare Association was preparing to stage pantomime 'Puss In Boots' at Penda's Way Community Centre. Pictured is principal character Claire Brown with two of the young dancers Terri Marie Calvert (left) and Caroline Hardy. | Mel Hulme Photo: Mel Hulme
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Share your memories of Cross Gates in the 1990s with Andrew Hutchinson via email at: [email protected] or tweet him - @AndyHutchYPN | Peter Thacker Photo: Peter Thacker