Here are a selection of some of the strangest, creepiest and most intriguing urban legends that have circulated among city folk down the decades. Which of these are you most familiar with? And which do you think turned out to be true? READ MORE: 12 intriguing secrets hidden underground in Leeds LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook
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7. From Russia with love
Woodhouse Moor was once home to cannons hauled from Russia to Leeds after the Battle of Sevastapol. They disappeared from the Moor after being melted down as part of the war effort in the 1940s.
8. Jimi Hendrix
A converted synagogue in Chapel Allerton was the proud host of legendary guitarist Jimi Hendrix in 1967. The poorly attended gig at the International Club won't go down as Hendrix's finest, the next one in Ilkley proved a hit.
9. I spy
First opened in 1979, lively music venue The Warehouse has played host to a wealth of stars. Former US spy, Mike Wiand traded in an exciting James Bond style life to set up this bustling night club. Photo: Bruce Rollinson
10. Buffalo Bill and his Leeds pub run-in
William F Cody, better known as Buffalo Bill, visited Leeds in 1892 and again in 1903. Legend has it that when he visited the three legs pub he was set upon and beaten up by fellow drinkers. Photo: Getty
11. The rats of Quarry Hill flats
Rumour has it that when the Quarry Hill flats were knocked down, a huge rat and thousands behind it swarmed from under the building and ran into Leeds, terrifying passers by along the way.
12. The Millennium Square bunker
When Millennium Square was being developed, rumours emerged that a nuclear bunker was being built beneath the ground - though the council denies this entirely. Photo: Mark Bickerdike