Local landmarks and streets such as Otley Road and Cardigan Road take centre stage in this decade-long trip down memory lane. The 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: 43 closed Leeds pubs which will stir fond memories for drinkers LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook YEP RETRO NEWSLETTER: Sign up for our free monthly email digest of Leeds nostalgia
7. Headingley in the 1940s
North Lane in January 1940. The Parade has its own numbering. Number 1, William Franklin, florist, also Miss Anne Milner ladies dressmaker. Number 2, branch of Gallons Ltd, grocers. On the right, entrance to Parade Chambers. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
8. Headingley in the 1940s
St.Chad's church on Otley Road pictured in August 1946. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
9. Headingley in the 1940s
Dents: cleaners and dyers on North Lane pictured in January 1940. The window display showcases rug-making kits. Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
10. Headingley in the 1940s
Shops on Otley Road pictured in March 1947. From left are 'F.C.Stock Chemist', 'J.T.Baxendale, Greengrocers', Dorothy Hardcastle, Nurse and 'Rose Hardcastle, Fancy Draper', A.Robinson, Stationer', 'Yvonnes Bakers'. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
11. Headingley in the 1940s
Circular static water supply tank in Cumberland Road. Behind is clear view of Devonshire Hall, hall of residence for the University of Leeds, built in 1928 in the 17th century 'Scottish Baronial' style. Pictured in April 1943. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
12. Headingley in the 1940s
A view taken at the allotments on Ash Road, on the occasion of a visit by members of the Council's Allotment Gardens sub-committee. One of the plot holders is seen in the foreground, right. Pictured in July 1947. | Leeds Parks and Countryside Photo: Leeds Parks and Countryside