These images provide a fascinating snapshot of life in Belle Isle down the decades and feature local landmarks. The images are published courtesy of 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: 15 unseen photos of Beeston through the years | The rise and fall of Hunslet's Leek Street flats LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook
19. October 1950
A view looking north to railway bridge over Belle Isle Road, just south of Sandon Place. On the left is 'Arthur B Fielding Ltd.Tailors'. | other Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
20. October 1950
A view looking north to railway bridge over Belle Isle Road, just South of Sandon Place. 'C.W.S' chimney is to the left. | other Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
21. January 1953
A view of garden sheds by metal railings on the Belle Isle Estate, Raylands Way. | other Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
22. January 1953
This view shows houses Nos.19-29 on the South-East side of Rayland Way. Basic layout with a grassy area between a semi-circular row of houses. | other Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
23. March 1951
A block of shops at the corner of Belle Isle Road and Moor Road containing Gallons Ltd., a greengrocers, Andersons Newsagent and Stationers, R. H. Price Butchers and E. H. Batty's fruit and vegetables. | other Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net