The 1950s brought progress to the LS16 with new buildings and developments springing up across the community. These photos showcase familiar shops, streets and landmarks which still remain familiar today. The images are published courtesy of photographic archive Leodis, which is run by Leeds Library & Information Service. They also run heritage blog The Secret Library Leeds, which provides a behind the scenes look at the Central Library and highlights from its special collections, including rare books hidden away in the stacks. READ MORE: Intriguing pictures show life in Leeds during the 1950s LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook
13. Alwoodley in the 1950s
Looking East along Primley Park Lane towards Harrogate Road in October 1954. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
14. Alwoodley in the 1950s
Sandhill Parade on Harrogate Road in February 1952. Shops are Zeta's hairdressers, C.G. Timmis newsagents and post office and R.Wilson and Sons, fruiterers. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
15. Alwoodley in the 1950s
A view looking north along Harrogate Road from the Sandhill estate area. Signs on wooden supports are for "Site for new hotel - John Smith's Magnet Ales", "Houses for sale" and "J. Bristow funeral director/joiner/property repairs". | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
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