Scaffolding covered Kirkstall Abbey at the start of the programme of conservation and improvements costing £4.58 million. This was Leeds in November 2004, a month which featured a city watering hole being crowned the YEP Pub of the Year and concerns over the future of a post office and primary school in two communities. Enjoy these photos charting 30 days in the life of your Leeds during the mid 2000s. Is it a city you remember? READ MORE: 26 Leeds publicans you may remember from the early 2000s LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook
7. Leeds in November 2004
Despair for pupils Harry Dobson, James Gibson and Ashley Hardaker from Roundhay School as their robot fails to negotiate an obstacle in the Lego Challenge held at the University of Leeds. Photo: Tony Johnson
8. Leeds in November 2004
Pictured are staff from Atlas Media Group who made a Christmas single 'Let the Christmas Spirt Flow' with all proceeds in aid of Martin House Children's Hospice.
9. Leeds in November 2004
A giant handset was put in the dock at Leeds Magistrates Court to mark the first anniversary of the ban on using a mobile phone whilst driving. Photo: Mark Bickerdike
10. Leeds in November 2004
Harehills Pigeons RL's new changing rooms at Harehills Liberal Club were officially opened. Pictured is Andrew Wilson the Rugby League development officer for Leeds, seen holding the Super League trophy. Also pictured are team coaches, from left, Andy Batt, Errol Wyatt and Brian Carr. Photo: Graham Lindley
11. Leeds in November 2004
Leeds model Nell McAndrew is pictured celebrating after completing the Abbey Dash.
12. Leeds in November 2004
There was uncertainty over the future of Silk Mill Drive Post Office prompting community campaign group Tinshill Concern oragnise a petition. Pictured are chairman Joe Thoms (right) and committee member Stephen Jagger with local resident Kerry Keating and baby Kian.