These photos turn back the clock to celebrate life in the town down the decades. They feature local landmarks as well as street scenes. READ MORE: 12 photos of Wakefield from the air during the 1970s



9. Dewsbury down the decades
Members of Dewsbury Fire Brigade stand by a 22 year old turntable fire engine in December 1961. The fire engine saw service in Hull during the Nazi blitzes and was damaged by shrapnel.


11. Dewsbury down the decades
Two trams pass over the River Calder on Savile Bridge in Dewsbury. Year unknown.

12. Dewsbury down the decades
Market Place and shops with the Essoldo Cinema in the background in January 1971.
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