These photos are sure to evoke memories for those who called Meanwood home in the 1960s. They feature streets which were included in slum clearance plans for the area as well as shops and local landmarks including the Meanwood Institute. They 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: 12 unseen photos of Headingley down the decades LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook YEP RETRO NEWSLETTER: Sign up for our free monthly email digest of Leeds nostalgia
7. Meanwood in the 1960s
The Meanwood Institute on Green Road pictured in March 1966. This had been number 42 until recent renumbering of the even numbered side of the street made it number 92. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
8. Meanwood in the 1960s
Houses on Brick Row pictured in March 1966. Properties have gardens to the front with back doors opening onto a small pathway to the rear. They were included in slum clearance plans for the Green Road area. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
9. Meanwood in the 1960s
March 1966. The view shows number 23 Green Road, a large detached house set within a garden. There is a plaque next to the front porch which may say Kirby and Sons, builders, although the occupant of this property is listed as Sidney Smith. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
10. Meanwood in the 1960s
March 1966. Odd and even numbered properties on Tannery Square. This was included in slum clearance plans for the Green Road area. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
11. Meanwood in the 1960s
The Meanwood Laundry Ltd located on Church Lane in March 1966. This firm had existed on the site since the early 1900s. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
12. Meanwood in the 1960s
March 1966. Blind back houses on Providence Square. It was included in slum clearance plans for the Green Road area. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net