They were taken by staff photographer Peter Thacker for the YEP's weekly Bird's Eye View feature which offered eagle eyed readers the chance to win cash prizes. That is why each photo features an 'X marks the spot' They were all taken in the early 1970s. READ MORE: 18 photos to take you back to Wakefield in 1980 YEP RETRO NEWSLETTER: Sign up for our free monthly email digest of Leeds nostalgia
7. Wakefield from the air
This is the Dacre estate at Lupset pictured in February 1972. | Peter Thacker Photo: Peter Thacker
8. Wakefield from the air
The Dacre estate in Lupset near Snapethorpe Hospital in April 1972. | Peter Thacker Photo: Peter Thacker
9. Wakefield from the air
The Townley Road area of Lupset in March 1973. | Peter Thacker Photo: Peter Thacker
10. Wakefielld from the air
The tiny Chantry Chapel adjacent to Kirkgate Bridge with Doncaster Road going off to the left and Barnsley traffic going out on Bridge Street in July 1973. | Peter Thacker Photo: Peter Thacker
11. Wakefield from the air
The Sherwood estate in Lupset pictured in May 1972. | Peter Thacker Photo: Peter Thacker
