McDonald's opened its doors for the first time over the road from the ground and boasted a Leeds United theme with stools in the of footballers legs as well as photos of club legends on the walls. This was Leeds in 2001, a year which also featured a visit to the city by a global icon whose long walk to freedom helped destroy Apartheid and lay the foundation for democracy in his native South Africa. It was also a 12 months which involved protests against the planned demolition of the city's International Pool and workers at an historic fish and chip shop making a stand. READ MORE: The day Leeds welcomed one of the world's great statesmen LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook
19. Leeds in 2001
The Liz Dawn cancer appeal charity gala was staged at the Grand Theatre in March 2001. Liz is pictured with the Manhattan dancers, Leila Elvidge (left) and Kay Stott.
20. Leeds in 2001
This is Mark Nyman from Calverley who won the National Scrabble Championships in central London in October 2001. He beat more than 100 contestants to take the crown. PIC: Kirsty Wigglesworth/PA Photo: Kirsty Wigglesworth
21. Leeds in 2001
Flooding forced the closure of the menswear department at the House of Fraser store on Briggate in April 2001. Photo: Simon Hulme
22. Leeds in 2001
Leeds United legend John Charles kicked off a pre-season friendly between Harrogate Town and Leeds United in August 2001. Photo: Graham Lindley
23. Leeds in 2001
Broadcaster Janet Street-Porter at the river in Burley in Wharfedale in May 2001. She led a group of walkers as part of a campaign for a footpath over the river to replace stepping stones that walkers currently have to use. Photo: Claire Lim
24. Leeds in 2001
The planned Leeds Supertram meant Hoagy's bar on Eastgate in Leeds city centre pictured in May 2001 was facing an uncertain future. Photo: Steve Riding