Heavy snow brought the city to a standstill leaving motorists stranded, pedestrians frustrated and others determined to make the most of the white stuff. Princess Anne also visited the city while campaigners were out in force opposed to housing developments with others concerned about traffic blackspots. Elsewhere green beer, yes green beer, went on sale in the city and Leeds United welcomed a trialist who played with Germany at Euro 1988. This was Leeds in January 1996 - is it a city you remember? READ MORE: 35 photos to take you back to Leeds in 1996 LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook
. Leeds in January 1996
Enjoy these photo memories from Leeds in January 1996.
. Leeds in January 1996
Welcome to the world! Kathryn Bell with her new baby Leanna Kate who was the first New Year baby at St James's Hospital.
. Leeds in January 1996
Snow brought chaos as motorists struggled in City Square. Photo: Roy Fox
. Leeds in January 1996
Families enjoyed sledging in Roundhay Park. Photo: Steve Riding
. Leeds in January 1996
Ball boys watch Hunslet Hawks warm up prior to their game against Bramley at the new South Leeds Stadium. Pictured, from left, are Simon Bradshaw, 11, Scott Aitken, 12, Amir Benatmane, 12, Tim Dykes, 14, Chris Sanderson, 14, Karl Bradshaw, 13, and Scott Morgan, 13.
. Leeds in January 1996
Tomas Brolin trains at the South Leeds Stadium ahead of Leeds United's clash with Nottingham Forest at Elland Road. It was a game the Whites lost 2-1. Photo: Roy Fox
. Leeds in January 1996
Dancers David Hughes (left) and Scott Ambler are reflected in the studio mirror at The Grand Theatre during the photo call for Swan Lake. Photo: Mel Hulme
. Leeds in January 1996
Fitness instructor Christine North is all smiles as she takes an aerobics class at The Manor Health Club in Yeadon.
7. Leeds in January 1996
Fitness instructor Christine North is all smiles as she takes an aerobics class at The Manor Health Club in Yeadon.
8. Leeds in January 1996
Hunslet Car Primary U-10s football team were left without transport for their away matches after the school minibus was stolen by heartless thieves. Photo: Peter Thacker
9. Leeds in January 1996
Experts from the West Yorkshire Archeological Service were carrying out a dig at the Queens Hall car park in the city centre. They were looking for relics from the old Kings Mill site. Photo: Giles Rocholl
10. Leeds in January 1996
Meet young Ricky Freemantle who found a bag on Woodhouse Ridge and handed it into the police. It contained three years work done by a University of Leeds student. Ricky was personally thanked with £20 and a letter.
11. Leeds in January 1996
Green campaigners held a vigil on land off Grove Lane in Meanwood in protest against plans to develop the land for housing. Pictured are activists Michael Lycett and Zoe Main.
12. Leeds in January 1996
John and Brenda Matthews of The Palace in Leeds were celebrating winning the Pub of Year award.