Dawn Wheatley puts a dash of sparkle into the wet Roundhay Park bonfire in November 1982.placeholder image
Dawn Wheatley puts a dash of sparkle into the wet Roundhay Park bonfire in November 1982. | YPN

How Leeds has celebrated Bonfire Night down the years

These photos showcase how Leeds has celebrated Bonfire Night down the years.

They feature a range of Bonfire Night locations around the city including the massive annual Roundhay Park event which attracts thousands or revellers. Can you spot yourself in any of these photos from the YEP archive? READ MORE: Parking not available on Soldiers Field for 2019 Roundhay Park bonfire

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