The Shire Oak is one of more than 20 images which showcase life in LS6 during the 1930s. Streets including Otley Road, Headingley Lane and Victoria Road are all featured in this collection of photos which aim to capture the spirit of the time and a sense of community. They 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: Changing Leeds - Life in the city centre during the 1930s LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook
13. Headingley in the 1930s
Looking down Otley Road towards Kirkstall Lane in May 1932. Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
14. Headingley in the 1930s
A handcart and telephone repair shelter on junction of Regent Park Avenue with Headingley Lane in July 1936. William Crosswaite butchers and Walter Barker, grocers can be seen on the right. Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
15. Headingley in the 1930s
The entrance gates to Beckett's Park in April 1932. On the right new houses on St. Chads Drive are being built. Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
16. Headingley in the 1930s
Otley Road in June 1937. North Lane is to the left, Wood Lane on the right. The wooded area to the right is now the Arndale Centre. Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
17. Headingley in the 1930s
North Lane in October 1931. On the left is a former confectioners shop. The notice reads 'Street Widening, premises to be demolished. This business was due to be taken over by Thrift Stores Ltd. Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
18. Headingley in the 1930s
North Lane in October 1931. The view is from the junction with South Parade and Kirkstall Lane. Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net