These images provide a fascinating snapshot of life of Meanwood down the decades and feature local landmarks. The images are a mix from the YEP archive and photographic archive Leodis, which is run by Leeds Library & Information Service. They also run heritage blog The Secret Library Leeds, which provides a behind the scenes look at the Central Library and highlights from its special collections, including rare books hidden away in the stacks. READ MORE: 36 unseen photos of Chapel Allerton through the years LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook
1. September 1950
Carr Manor on Stonegate Road. A pond with a cherub fountain statue is in front of a long lawn. | other Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
2. Year unknown
A group of children during their milk break at Bentley Lane Infants School in Meanwood. The Free School Milk Act of 1945 stipulated a quota of a third of a pint of milk a day for every child under the age of 18 years. | other Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
3. June 1930
Stonegate Road, looking towards the junction with Stainbeck Lane. To the right, in the centre, is the entrance to Alder Hill Lodge. | other Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
4. June 1921
Newly-built council houses on the Meanwood estate with concrete and wire fences. One has a perambulator outside. | other Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
5. Year unknown
A view of number 8 bus to Elland Road via Sheepscar, Corn Exchange and Meadow Lane. | other Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
6. March 1940
This footbridge was part of a path which led from Meanwood Road up on to Woodhouse Ridge and Batty's Wood. | other Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net