They showcase a city enjoying the best of what mid summer had to offer thanks to a rn age of city centre events dedicated to arts and culture. The photos, plucked from ther YEP archive, also feature memories from August 1997 via the city suburbs with Hyde Park, Roundhay, Temple Newsam and Hunslet all in focus. READ MORE: 43 closed Leeds pubs which will stir fond memories for drinkers LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook YEP RETRO NEWSLETTER: Sign up for our free monthly email digest of Leeds nostalgia

7. Leeds United
Robert Molenaar watches as Gary Kelly shows of his ball control skills before the start of the Leeds United photo-call. | Mark Bickerdike Photo: Mark Bickerdike

8. Harewood
Members of the Risk Takers team take part in a Its A Knock Out competition at the Harewood Steam Rally. It was organised in aid of the Leeds General Infirmary Community Chest Appeal. | Mel Hulme Photo: Mel Hulme

9. Leeds city centre
Traffic wardens try to solve traffic congestion on Vicar Lane due to a newly introduced two way system. | Dan Oxtoby Photo: Dan Oxtoby

10. Leeds city centre
Oasis fans wait to buy the band's new album Be Here Now at HMV. | Rpoy Fox Photo: Roy Fox

11. Hyde Park
Richard Smith demonstrates his technique at the new skateboard park at Hyde Park Corner. | Justin Lloyd. Photo: Justin Lloyd.

12. Cross Gates
Barbara Rowley was celebrating after winning a cleaning award for her work at The Manston Hotel. | Justin Lloyd Photo: Justin Lloyd


