As the city has developed, locals have had to wave goodbye to many beloved local institutions, bidding a fond farewell to nightclubs, gig venues and shops. How many of these do you remember doing?
1. Get a pick and mix from Woolworths
Loading up on sugar from the sweet counter at Woolies is a favourite pastime for many. Photo: Getty Images
2. Rent films from Blockbusters
Before the wonders of Netflix, you actually had to leave your home and pick up a VHS or DVD for film night. Sadly the company no longer exists. Photo: Shutterstock
3. Go for a swim at the LIP
Leeds International Pool was iconic for its unusual architecture, but it welcomed many dedicated swimmers and divers through its doors until its closure in 2007. Photo: Staff
4. Party in the Park
The free music festival was held annually at Temple Newsam until 2014, when it was cancelled due to lack of funds. Busted, Arctic Monkeys, Olly Murs and Ricky Martin were among those who played it. Photo: Staff
5. Feed bananas to bears
Part of the Old Bear Pit on Cardigan Road still exists, but the now listed building was once home to a zoo where you could feed bananas to bears. Photo: Google
6. Go to a gig under the Dark Arches
The Cockpit was one of the city's grungiest clubs and live music venues, which played host to the likes of The White Stripes, Queens of the Stone Age, Mumford & Sons and The Killers in its 20 year history. Photo: Staff