Each image is a talking point in its own right. They provide a fascinating snapshot of city centre landmarks such as Burtons, Schofields department store, Odeon cinema as well as Cookridge Street Baths which all played a part in the lives of generations of city folk. They are a mix from the YEP archive, The Francis Frith Collection, West Yorkshire Archive Service and others published courtesy of photographic archive Leodis, which is run by Leeds Library & Information Service. READ MORE: Briggate down the decades - The Leeds street we all know and love LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook
7. Leeds city centre in the 1960s
Harrison's Almshouses on Wade Lane with St John's Church in the background pictured in February 1962. They were the gift of Leeds merchant John Harrison, who left £1,000 as an endowment and built in 1653 for 40 poor women. This photograph was taken shortly before demolition.
8. Leeds city centre
The demolition of the Royal Exchange Buildings at 1A Park Row in May 1964. They were situated on the east side of Park Row near City Square, at the junction with Boar Lane. They were replaced in 1965 by a tower block, Royal Exchange House. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
9. Leeds city centre
A view looking along Woodhouse Lane from The Headrow in January 1966. Lewis's department store is on the right. A no-entry buses only scheme can be seen operating. This area has now been redeveloped as the pedestrian only Dortmund Square. | West Yorkshire Archive Service Photo: West Yorkshire Archive Service
10. Leeds city centre
The Duchess of Kent photographed with nurses at Leeds General Infirmary after presenting them with awards in March 1967. The Duchess of Kent had been called on to undertake many official duties after the death of the Princess Royal in 1965. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
11. Leeds city centre
Kirkgate showing the former premises of Scarr's Ltd., hardware merchants and ironmongers in February 1966. A car is parked beside a parking meter outside. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
12. Leeds city centre
The entrance to the Cookridge Street Baths in April 1969. They were also known as Oriental and General Baths. | YPN Photo: YPN