A landlord was left counting the cost after a suspected arson attack at his pub while heavy gales brought chaos to the community's Tesco store. 2002 was also a year in which Seacroft had one eye on the past as well as the future. A photo-montage mural that captured LS14 in photos went on display at Seacroft Grange Primary while an exhibition of art telling the story of life in Seacroft by local children went on display at East Leeds Family Learning Centre. The bravery of a local resident who helped save the life of three children was also recognised. Enjoy these photo memories charting a year in the life of Seacroft in 2002. Do you recognise anyone? READ MORE: 14 photo memories of Seacroft in 2001 LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook
7. Seacroft in 2002
May 2002 and pictured are Mary Dixon (left) and Pamela Brown from Seacroft who contributed to a book of poetry along with other writers from the area. Photo: Mark Bickerdike
8. Seacroft in 2002
May 2002 and pictured is Peggy Richardson receives her bravery award as Deputy Chief Fire Officer Kevin Arbuthnot and White Watch at Stanks Fire Station look on. She rescued three children from a burning house in Seacroft. Photo: Tony Johnson
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May 2002 and the Second Chance School was opened in Seacroft. Pictured are students Heather Cox (centre) with fellow students Geoffrey Warren and Claire Lancashire.
10. Seacroft in 2002
Wayne Smithson and Leanne Burgess with a photo-montage mural that captured their local community at Seacroft Grange Primary School.
12. Seacroft in 2002
Celebrity chef Brian Turner opened a new catering unit at Seacroft Hospital. Pictured is Brian with senior nurse Mandy Oldfield with the new food. Photo: Dan Oxtoby