They showcase the city’s proud trade and industry during the decade and are sure to evoke memories for a generation of workers who helped keep the wheels of profit and progress turning. The photos, plucked from the YEP archive, take you on the shop floor, inside warehouses and canteens as well as focus on familiar faces at firms across the city. READ MORE: The story of a quirky Leeds pub LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook YEP RETRO NEWSLETTER: Sign up for our free monthly email digest of Leeds nostalgia
13. Leeds trade and industry
One the factory floor at Radiant Superglaze in September 1981. Photo: YPN
14. Leeds trade and industry
Inside the Hunslet depot of Crossley's builders' supplies in April 1985. Photo: YPN
15. Leeds trade and industry
The Benson Street depot of YHS pictured in September 1981. Photo: YPN
16. Leeds trade and industry
The Corrocoat factory on Forster Street pictured in December 1983. Photo: YPN
17. Leeds trade and industry
Did you work here back in the day? Courtaulds Mill in Bramley pictured in May 1988. Photo: YPN
18. Leeds trade and industry
The 'Dog House' at Lax and Shaw where raw materials are fed into the furnace. Pictured in October 1984. Photo: YPN