This gallery of memories turn the spotlight on local landmarks and community get-togethers as well as shops and streets which will be remembered by generations of residents. 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: 42 memorable photos take you back to Middleton in the early 2000s LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook YEP RETRO NEWSLETTER: Sign up for our free monthly email digest of Leeds nostalgia
13. Middleton in the 1950s
The grassy area containing trees in front of the main building of Rowbothams farm near Middleton Lodge. Pictured in April 1952. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
14. Middleton in the 1950s
Badly cracked ceiling boards in Middleton outfall sewer. A man stands in the foreground next to a cart on tracks. A hook on a chain is on the left. Pictured in January 1954. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net