These photos have been plucked from the Yorkshire Evening Post archive and showcase life in the town from back in the day. They feature local landmarks, street scenes, as well as pubs, restaurants and shops that you may remember. And they are also the focus of some news stories from back in the day. READ MORE: 39 unseen photos of Leeds Bradford Airport from the 1980s LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join the Leeds Retro facebook group

19. May 1996
Climb every mountain! Enthusiasts test their skills at the Cow and Calf rocks. | jpimedia

20. December 1972
This is Nell Bank on the fringe of Middleton Woods which was due to demolished in the earley 1970s. | jpimedia

21. May 1964
The swimming pool at Ilkley is busy on Whit Sunday as locals and visitors made the most of the sunshine. | jpimedia

22. May 1964
The swimming pool at Ilkley was proving a popular attraction as people made the most of the sunshine during the heatwave. | jpimedia


24. April 1963
The new gardens and flower beds on the site of the old Wheatsheaf Hotel which was demolished the previous year. It opened up this view of the Parish Church. | jpimedia

