They showcase different aspects of life around the town in 1996. These photos, plucked from the YEP archive, feature shops, landmarks and sports teams as well as a raft of familiar faces and stories making the news during the 12 months. Spotted anyone you remember? READ MORE: 26 photos take you back to Pontefract in 1996

31. Castleford in 1996
Pamela Bentley, headteacher at Townville Infant School, who was retiring in July 1996 is pictured with some of her pupils. | Mel Hulme Photo: Mel Hulme

32. Castleford in 1996
Flowerpot men Bill and Ben Wright's flower shop in Castleford. Pictured in September 1996. | Ross Parry Photo: Ross Parry

33. Castleford in 1996
Castleford Civic Centre hosted a juggling workshop event for children in August 1996. Pictured is workshop leader Tony Wade showing how its done to young Luke Minshall. Photo: Dan Oxtoby

34. Castleford in 1996
The winner of the 1996 Best Back Yard competition Jo Prentice-Newdick with some of the blooms in her garden on Smawthorne Lane in September 1996. | Mark Bickerdike Photo: Mark Bickerdike

35. Castleford in 1996
Identical Castleford twins Lisa Benson (pictured in black) and Michelle were all smiles in June 1996 after passing their driving tests within an hour of each other. | Ross Parry Photo: Ross Parry

36. Castleford in 1996
Relatives and friends of the Hickson & Welch disaster stand in silence after laying wreaths outside the chemical works at Castlefordon the fourth anniversary in September 1996. | Mel Hulme Photo: Mel Hulme


