They provide a fascinating slice of life during a decade of change thanks to images of street scenes, local landmarks and shops. The 12 images are 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: 33 closed Leeds pubs which will stir fond memories for drinkers LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook

7. Bramley in the 1950s
Merevale Stores on Henconner Lane at its junction with Pudsey Road in May 1956. Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net

8. Bramley in the 1950s
Stanningley Road at its junction with Green Hill View, showing T. Bennett's garage, supplying Regent's petrol in January 1955. A large hoarding advertises Goodyear Tyres. Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net

9. Bramley in the 1950s
Henconner Lane, looking north, with Poplar Way on the right in February 1950. Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net

10. Bramley in the 1950s
Butcher H Wardle on Lower Town Street in May 1950. Just beyond is the entry to Ellis Yard. Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net

11. Bramley in the 1950s
Lawton's shopkeepers at Bradley Hill Place on Broad Lane by the junction with Leeds-Bradford Road in March 1953. Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net

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