The image of New Peacock Inn is one of 31 photo gems featured in this fantastic look back to life in LS11 during a decade of social and economic change. It is among a number of pubs and local landmarks included in the gallery which is sure to evoke memories for a generation of people who grew up in the community. The majority of the photos are published courtesy of West Yorkshire Archive Service which collects and looks after the unique documentary heritage of the region dating from the 12th century to the present day - more than 800 years of local history. It also runs Catablogue, an online blog dedicated to preserving the past, serving the present and protecting the future. READ MORE: 19 photo memories of Hunslet from the 1960s LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook
7. Beeston in the 1960s
Back Malvern Road off St Luke's Road pictured in July 1964. | West Yorkshire Archive Service Photo: West Yorkshire Archive Service
8. Beeston in the 1960s
Looking across Malvern Road to the junction with Algeria Street in July 1964. The shop occupies premises on the corner and sells groceries and 'local grown caulis, cabbages, carrots and peas.' Photo: West Yorkshire Archive Service
9. Beeston in the 1960s
Dewsbury Road in August 1964.The public library is pictured on the left and the police station on the right. | West Yorkshire Archive Service Photo: West Yorkshire Archive Service
10. Beeston in the 1960s
November 1967 and this photo is a view on Elland Road showing a fenced off area with parked cars and looking towards a refuse tip. | West Yorkshire Archive Service Photo: West Yorkshire Archive Service
11. Beeston in the 1960s
Lord Mayor of Leeds, Alderman Joshua S. Walsh and his wife, the Lady Mayoress, have a turn at bowling during the Veteran's Cup Final at Cross Flatts Park in August 1966. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
12. Beeston in the 1960s
Looking across Beeston Road to parade of shops in July 1964 featuring Haywood, watchmakers & jewellers, Jessie Leech Hair Fashions, Rawcliffe's Upholstery, Jesse Stephenson grocer's and Fred's Fish & Chips. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net