The photos turn back the clock to 1972 and showcase the stories which were making the news around the county during the dawn of a new decade. Locations in focus include York and Harrogate in North Yorkshire, Wakefield, Leeds and Halifax in West Yorkshire, Sheffield and Barnsley in south Yorkshire and Bridlington on the east coast. It was a 12 months which featured strikes, a royal visit and a Hell’s Angel wedding. READ MORE: 19 photo memories take you around Yorkshire in 1971 LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook YEP RETRO NEWSLETTER: Sign up for our free monthly email digest of Leeds nostalgia
19. Barnsley
A Hells Angel's wedding was held behind the Plough Inn in January 1972. Ernie Angel, left, president of the Woodlands Chapter of the Hell's Angels married Chabbie Smith, president of the Sheffield Chapter. Photo: YPN Bruce Greer
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22. Wombwell
Ernie Angel of Wombwell with his group of "Hell's Angels". Pictured in January 1972. Photo: YPN
23. Huddersfield
Marchj 1972 and Colne Valley Museum at Golcar was preparing to open for Easter. Pictured is museum director Hugh Bodey threading a wool iron winding frame. Photo: YPN
