They turn back the clock to the1950s and showcase the sights and sounds of Vicar Lane. Shops and pubs are featured as well as trams and other landmarks of interest from the decade. 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: Watch - Secrets of Leeds Queens Hotel revealed including hidden tunnel LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook YEP RETRO NEWSLETTER: Sign up for our free monthly email digest of Leeds nostalgia
7. Vicar Lane in the 1950s
The north east side from opposite Ludgate Hill pictured in December 1952. Buildings include National Provincial Bank, Maxwells clothes shop, Commercial Cafe and clubs, Zuckers wool and silk shop, Timms and Dibson, Max Williams and a fur shop. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
8. Vicar Lane in the 1950s
Tram No 262 about to embark on route 18 to Cross Gates in December 1956. Shops on the outside of Kirkgate Market are visible. Junction with Vicar Lane is on the left | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net