Local landmarks, well travelled streets and shops which will be remembered by a generation of locals are all featured in this wonderful trip down memory lane., The gallery brings into focus the impact the Arndale Centre had on the local community and takes you inside working men’s clubs which were part of the social fabric in society. The photos are a mix from the YEP archive and others published courtesy of photographic archive Leodis, which is run by Leeds Library & Information Service. They also run heritage blog The Secret Library Leeds, which provides a behind the scenes look at the Central Library and highlights from its special collections, including rare books hidden away in the stacks. READ MORE: 16 captivating photos take you back to Crossgates in the 1980s LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook YEP RETRO NEWSLETTER: Sign up for our free monthly email digest of Leeds nostalgia
1. Crossgates in the 1970s
A busy Saturday scene on Austhorpe Road in November 1970. | YPN Photo: YPN
2. Crossgates in the 1970s
March 1975 and an aerial view of Cross Gates Carriage Works on Manston Lane, the firm of Charles H. Roe. A small fire was being attended to by several engines. Nine metro buses worth £120,000 each had to be pushed to safety. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
4. Crossgates in the 1970s
1971 and rail passengers said goodbye to the gas lamps of Cross Gates station after 68 years.
5. Crossgates in the 1970s
Part of the shopping parade in Austhorpe Road in Janary 1973. | YPN Photo: YPN
6. Crossgates in the 1970s
Part of the shopping parade in Austhorpe Road in July 1973. Do you remember these shops? | YPN Photo: YPN