Beeston Juniors were celebrating thanks to the opening of their new clubhouse on Cardinal Square in the heart of the community. This was 1996 a year which featured a well known park enjoying a much needed makeover, a visit by a member of the Royal family, and a range of community events with a focus on children and young people. READ MORE: 12 photos celebrate life in Beeston during the 1980s LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook
7. Beeston in 1996
All Aboard the Beeston Express with Thomas the Tank Engine at Beeston Library in April 1996. Photo: Keith Allison
8. Beeston in 1996
July 1996 and more 100 children attended the Youth Works summer programme of fun and games in Cross Flatts Park. Photo: Peter Thacker
9. Beeston in 1996
Youngsters at the 6th Beeston Beavers watch a juggler at the birthday party to celebrate 10 years of Beaver Scouts in May 1996.
10. Beeston in 1996
Anne Lageu's greenhouse was stolen from her Beeston allotment in March 1996. She was delighted when an anonymous well wisher donated another one to her. Pictured is Richard Catlow, a director of John Catlow and Son, Leeds Ltd who transported the new greenhouse, invites Mrs Lageu to step inside her replacement.
11. Beeston in 1996
A new touch TV screen for buying houses around Leeds was unveiled at estate agent Manning Stainton on Beeston Road in April 1996. Photo: James Hardisty
12. Beeston in 1996
The choir at St Mary's Beeston pictured in April 1996. Photo: Peter Thacker