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
19. Headingley in the 1930s
Greengrocers Huftons on North Lane pictured in February 1933. Dawson's Hair dressers can be seen on the left. Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
20. Headingley in the 1930s
Otley Road looking towards junction with North Lane in June 1937. Shoppers and Motor vehicles can be seen on the street. Myers store can be seen on the left. Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
21. Headingley in the 1930s
Manor Garage on Norville Terrace, Headingley Lane in April 1937. DS Forth, house furnisher can be seen on left with Peter Page, painter and decorator just visible on right. Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
22. Headingley in the 1930s
Two trams travelling along Otley Road in the direction of Lawnswood in July 1939. The view looks back towards the Shaw Lane area of Headingley. Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
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