The Cardigan Arms on Dewsbury Road pictured in May 1963. It was named after the Lord of the Manor, the Earl of Cardigan and at this time the ale was supplied by Ind Coope. Signs advertise 'Light Snacks' and meals of 'Ham and Eggs' and Steak and Chips'. It was demolished in 1972.The Cardigan Arms on Dewsbury Road pictured in May 1963. It was named after the Lord of the Manor, the Earl of Cardigan and at this time the ale was supplied by Ind Coope. Signs advertise 'Light Snacks' and meals of 'Ham and Eggs' and Steak and Chips'. It was demolished in 1972.
The Cardigan Arms on Dewsbury Road pictured in May 1963. It was named after the Lord of the Manor, the Earl of Cardigan and at this time the ale was supplied by Ind Coope. Signs advertise 'Light Snacks' and meals of 'Ham and Eggs' and Steak and Chips'. It was demolished in 1972.

12 wonderful photos take you back to West Ardsley in the 1960s

Andrew Hutchinson
By Andrew Hutchinson
Published 30th Sep 2022, 04:45 BST
Updated 30th Nov 2023, 13:58 BST

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These colour photos provide a fascinating glimpse into life in and around West Ardsley during the 1960s.

They focus on local landmarks, the community’s mining heritage as well as demolished gems which are sure to evoke memories for a generation of residents who grew up in the area during the decade. They are published courtesy of the David Atkinson Archive whose collection is housed on photographic archive Leodis, which is run by Leeds Library & Information Service. READ MORE: 17 unseen photos of Tingley through the years LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook

A horse and cart is shown off to part of the large crowd at Lee Gap Horse Fair in August 1964.

7. West Ardsley in the 1960s

A horse and cart is shown off to part of the large crowd at Lee Gap Horse Fair in August 1964. Photo: YPN

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Dunningley Viaduct as seen from Thorpe Lane (A654) in May 1967 . The Viaduct crossed the Leeds to Wakefield line and connected Woodkirk to Beeston.

8. West Ardsley in the 1960s

Dunningley Viaduct as seen from Thorpe Lane (A654) in May 1967 . The Viaduct crossed the Leeds to Wakefield line and connected Woodkirk to Beeston. Photo: David Atkinson Archive, Leeds Libraries

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Beacon Works and Topcliffe Mill as seen from Woodkirk School fields in June 1967.

9. West Ardsley in the 1960s

Beacon Works and Topcliffe Mill as seen from Woodkirk School fields in June 1967. Photo: David Atkinson Archive, Leeds Libraries

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Hey Beck Lane in April 1967. A home-made wooden shelter with a bench seat stands on the grassed area. In the foreground there is a wooden fence topped with chicken wire. In front of the fence a small boy stands in a quilted, hooded anorak.

10. West Ardsley in the 1960s

Hey Beck Lane in April 1967. A home-made wooden shelter with a bench seat stands on the grassed area. In the foreground there is a wooden fence topped with chicken wire. In front of the fence a small boy stands in a quilted, hooded anorak. Photo: David Atkinson Archive, Leeds Libraries

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George Armitage & Sons Ltd. Brick Works showing brick kilns. Also seen is a red single decker bus and a red double decker bus, transport for workers at Woodkirk.

11. West Ardsley in the 1960s

George Armitage & Sons Ltd. Brick Works showing brick kilns. Also seen is a red single decker bus and a red double decker bus, transport for workers at Woodkirk. Photo: David Atkinson Archive, Leeds Libraries

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The brick kilns at Armitage Brickworks in June 1960.

12. West Ardsley in the 1960s

The brick kilns at Armitage Brickworks in June 1960. Photo: David Atkinson Archive, Leeds Libraries

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