12 intriguing photo gems that uncover Hunslet in the 1930s

Bay Horse Hotel, East Hunslet Labour Club, Bell's Buildings and Bethel Chapel in focus

This intriguing collection of photo gems turn back the clock to showcase life around Hunslet in the 1930s. They bring into focus local landmarks such as Bay Horse Hotel, East Hunslet Labour Club, Bell's Buildings and Bethel Chapel. Familiar streets such as Meadow Road are also included in this wonderful trip down memory lane. The images are 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: Memories of lost Leeds pubs in Hunslet, Belle Isle, Middleton and Stourton LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook YEP RETRO NEWSLETTER: Sign up for our free monthly email digest of Leeds nostalgia

7. Hunslet in the 1930s

Hygenol, Chemical Works and Garage at number 75 Low Road. Pictured in December 1938. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net

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8. Hunslet in the 1930s

Bethel Chapel on Meadow Road pictured in December 1938. Chetwynd Street is on the right. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net

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9. Hunslet in the 1930s

A newsagent on corner of Garnet Road and Dewsbury Road. One the right is the entrance to Hunslet Cricket and Football Club. Pictured in December 1938. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net

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10. Hunslet in the 1930s

Newsagents on a corner of Garnet Road and Dewsbury Road. Double fronted business also stationer and tobacconist premises of Alfred Fox. Pictured in December 1938. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net