The Cardigan Arms on Dewsbury Road pictured in May 1963. It was named after the Lord of the Manor, the Earl of Cardigan and at this time the ale was supplied by Ind Coope. Signs advertise 'Light Snacks' and meals of 'Ham and Eggs' and Steak and Chips'. It was demolished in 1972.placeholder image
The Cardigan Arms on Dewsbury Road pictured in May 1963. It was named after the Lord of the Manor, the Earl of Cardigan and at this time the ale was supplied by Ind Coope. Signs advertise 'Light Snacks' and meals of 'Ham and Eggs' and Steak and Chips'. It was demolished in 1972. | David Atkinson Archive

Wonderful photos take you back to West Ardsley in the 1960s

Andrew Hutchinson
By Andrew Hutchinson

Specialist Reporter

Published 28th Mar 2025, 12:27 BST

These photos raise a glass to life around West Ardsley in the 1960s.

They focus on local landmarks, the community’s mining heritage as well as demolished gems which are sure to evoke memories for a generation of residents who grew up in the area during the decade. They are a mix from the YEP archive and others published courtesy of the David Atkinson Archive whose collection is housed on photographic archive Leodis, which is run by Leeds Library & Information Service. READ MORE: Unseen photos chart of a golden age of Leeds pub culture LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook YEP RETRO NEWSLETTER: Sign up for our free monthly email digest of Leeds nostalgia

Beacon Works and Topcliffe Mill as seen from Woodkirk School fields in June 1967.

7. West Ardsley in the 1960s

Beacon Works and Topcliffe Mill as seen from Woodkirk School fields in June 1967. | David Atkinson Archive Photo: David Atkinson Archive

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Hey Beck Lane in April 1967. A home-made wooden shelter with a bench seat stands on the grassed area. In the foreground there is a wooden fence topped with chicken wire. In front of the fence a small boy stands in a quilted, hooded anorak.

8. West Ardsley in the 1960s

Hey Beck Lane in April 1967. A home-made wooden shelter with a bench seat stands on the grassed area. In the foreground there is a wooden fence topped with chicken wire. In front of the fence a small boy stands in a quilted, hooded anorak. | David Atkinson Archive Photo: David Atkinson Archive

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George Armitage & Sons Ltd. Brick Works showing brick kilns. Also seen is a red single decker bus and a red double decker bus, transport for workers at Woodkirk.

9. West Ardsley in the 1960s

George Armitage & Sons Ltd. Brick Works showing brick kilns. Also seen is a red single decker bus and a red double decker bus, transport for workers at Woodkirk. | David Atkinson Archive Photo: David Atkinson Archive

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The brick kilns at Armitage Brickworks in June 1960.

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The brick kilns at Armitage Brickworks in June 1960. | David Atkinson Archive Photo: David Atkinson Archive

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Derelict Woodkirk Station looking in the direction of Batley in May 1968. A sign on the left says 'Beware of the Trains'.

11. West Ardsley in the 1960s

Derelict Woodkirk Station looking in the direction of Batley in May 1968. A sign on the left says 'Beware of the Trains'. | David Atkinson Archive Photo: David Atkinson Archive

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Share your memories of West Ardsley in the 1960s with Andrew Hutchinson via email at: andrew.hutchinson@jpress.co.uk or tweet him - @AndyHutchYPN

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Share your memories of West Ardsley in the 1960s with Andrew Hutchinson via email at: [email protected] or tweet him - @AndyHutchYPN | David Atkinson Archive Photo: David Atkinson Archive

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