They bring into focus the shops which will be remembered by a generation of residents who called Kirkstall and Burley home during the decade. These memories also feature local landmarks from the Corporation wash house though to the Silver Blades ice rink and pubs such as the Milford Inn. The photos are a mix from the YEP archive and others published courtesy of West Yorkshire Archive Service, which collects and looks after the unique documentary heritage of the region dating from the 12th century to the present day - more than 800 years of local history. It also runs Catablogue, an online blog dedicated to preserving the past, serving the present and protecting the future. READ MORE: 33 closed Leeds pubs which will stir fond memories for drinkers LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook
13. Kirkstall Road in the 1960s
Tower construction on the site of the new Yorkshire Television studios on Kirkstall Road in February 1968. Photo: YPN
14. Kirkstall Road in the 1960s
May 1967 and in view is Kirkstall Road with Cardigan Avenue on the left. A campaign poster for council election is on the wall, it reads 'Frank Marshall's team will get Leeds moving. Vote Conservative. Newton for Kirkstall'. On Kirkstall Road is a shop selling wallpaper, paint and other decorating supplies. Photo: West Yorkshire Archive Service
15. Kirkstall Road in the 1960s
At the corner Kirkstall Road in this photo from May 1967 is an ironmonger's shop, selling garden tools, hardware and household goods. Photo: West Yorkshire Archive Service
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