Photos raise a glass to Leeds pub culture in the early 1980s

These photos are sure to evoke memories for a generation of pub-goers in the early 1980s.

They showcase a range of community boozers all of which offered a warm welcome, friendly face and your tipple of choice back in the day. The pubs featured were caught on camera by your Yorkshire Evening Post during 1982. Some called last orders while others still trade today. Is your boozer of choice featured from back in the day? READ MORE: 33 closed Leeds pubs which will stir fond memories for drinkers LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook

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