Enjoy these memories of celebrations in Leeds and Harrogate.Enjoy these memories of celebrations in Leeds and Harrogate.
Enjoy these memories of celebrations in Leeds and Harrogate.

How Leeds celebrated the Queen's Silver Jubilee

These photos showcase how Leeds came out to play to celebrate the Queen’s Silver Jubilee in June 1977.

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Street parties were held across the city on official 'Jubilee Days', held to coincide with the Queen's Official Birthday. These photos taken as part of the YEP coverage are sure to evoke happy memories for a generation who joined in the celebrations. READ MORE: 23 photos to take you back to Leeds in 1977 LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join the Leeds Retro facebook group

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