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
19. Harewood House
Head gardener Trevor Nicholson hard at work in the sleet and snow transforming the Walled Garden ready for summer. | Justin Lloyd Photo: Justin Lloyd
20. Boston Spa
Laura Lindsay pictured and her brother Richard who built an igloo with their dad Andrew in the garden of their home. | Graham Lindley Photo: Graham Lindley
21. Yeadon
Fitness instructor Christine North taking an aerobics class at The Manor Health Club. | Justin Lloyd Photo: Justin Lloyd
23. Woodhouse
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. | James Hardisty Photo: James Hardisty
24. Harehills
Famous landmark pub The Gaiety on Roundhay Road was set to be demolished. | Mike Cowling Photo: Mike Cowling