Paul Briscoe launched Yorkshire's newest and smallest brewery from the cellar of his red brick semi-detached house in the market town. The year was 1998 and these photos showcase a year in the life of the LS21 community. READ MORE: 28 photo memories of Otley in 1997 LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook
1. Otley in 1998
This is Joe Town taking part in the annual New Year Dip in the River Wharfe at Otley in January 1998. Photo: Mel Hulme
2. Otley in 1998
Joe Lavender ,a scout patrol Leader with the Central Yorkshire Unit gets used to llama's at Westfield Farm in Otley ahead of trip to Chile. Photo: Gary Longbottom
3. Otley in 1998
Nove,mber 1998 and farmers discuss beef prices at the weekly Wharfedale Farmers Auction Mart in Otley. Photo: Brfuce Rollinson
4. Otley in 1998
Laura Packer is introduced to Arkle Amazon a Texel sheep at Otley Show in May 1998. Photo: Justin Lloyd
5. Otley in 1998
A five tonne steam tractor built in 1920 by John Fowlers of Leedsarrives at Otley Show in May 1998. Photo: Justin Lloyd
6. Otley in 1998
An runner out training on Otley Chevin encounters early season snow in November 1998. Photo: Mike Cowling