These 20 before and after photographs show the stark difference between Leeds city centre during lockdown and now the non-essential shops have reopened.

placeholder image — These 20 before and after photographs show the stark difference between Leeds city centre during lockdown and now the non-essential shops have reopened.

Before and after lockdown photos show huge contrast in Leeds after shops reopen

By Rebecca Marano

Published 16th Jun 2020, 11:47 GMT

Updated 16th Jun 2020, 13:46 GMT

Thousands headed to Leeds city centre as shops were finally allowed to reopen after closing due to the coronavirus crisis.

The government lifted lockdown restrictions to allow non-essential retailers to open on Monday, June 15. These 20 photographs show the huge contrast between lockdown life and now, as the city begins to return to normal.

19. Before

Albion Street, pictured from Boar Lane, was much quieter during March, although it still saw queues due to essential retailer Wilko being open. Photo: Rebecca Marano