The closure of Allders on The Headrow witnessed the break-up of the renowned building first opened by Lewis’s in 1932. It enjoyed a nine year stint serving a generation of shoppers keen for their retail fix. Did you go to the big closing down sale in May 2005? Even the store's fixtures and fittings were up for grabs. These images, published courtesy of photographic archive Leodis, which is run by Leeds Library & Information Service, are sure to bring back memories. READ MORE: 18 memories of Leeds department store Lewis's | Schofields Leeds in 12 photos | Go inside the Co-op's flagship Leeds Albion Street store during the 1980s LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook
7. Inside Allders
The customer services desk on the third floor. Notices behind the desk say 'Store Closing' and 'Everything Up To 80% Off'. | other Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
8. Inside Allders
The third floor, with the escalator on the right. This area, now practically empty, was the children's clothing department, while toys were to be found in the background on the right. | other Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
9. Inside Allders
The third floor housed the children's department, with toys and children's clothes on offer. It is now virtually empty apart from boxes and few pieces of furniture, but signage shows where various items had been. | other Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
10. Inside Allders
The second floor, with the escalators in the centre. This floor, which had been occupied by the ladieswear and lingerie departments, as well as a restaurant, is now virtually empty. | other Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
11. Inside Allders
The entrance to The Restaurant on the second floor. | other Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
12. Inside Allders
The Restaurant on the second floor. Did you eat here back in the day? | other Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net