Thornton's Arcade which runs between Briggate and Lands Lane welcomed shoppers after undergoing a major refurbishment. This was 1997, a year which saw work nearing completion on work Leeds General Infirmary's new £90 million wing. It was also a 12 months which saw the world of football come together to mourn the passing of a Leeds United legend. READ MORE: Go down Leeds city centre's arcades of attraction LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook
13. Garforth
The M1 motorway expansion under construction showing the newly built bridge to carry Barwick Road across the motorway. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
14. Wortley
Fawcett House on Fawcett Lane in Wortley, a large detached house probably built around the mid 19th century which was once home to the Nussey family, woollen cloth merchants and manufacturers. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
15. Leeds in 1997
A lunchtime game of football in the playground for some of the pupils at Leeds Grammar School in May 1997. Photo: Gary Longbottom
16. Holbeck
A worker tries to clear the road after part of Tower Works collapsed on Globe Road in August 1997. | YPN Photo: YPN
17. Harewood House
Harewood House hosted a Royal Garden Party in July 1997. Pictured are guests enjoying afternoon tea under cover. | Bruce Greer Photo: Bruce Greer
18. Kirkstall
A timeless scene on the Victorian street at Abbey House Museum in December 1997. The Museum had received £1.5 milion to refurbish facilities with plans for better access for disabled visitors, a cafe and improved exhibitions and displays. | YPN Photo: YPN