This gallery of memories turns the spotlight on things that were either popular sights in the city, useful facilities, or just great fun to do. Many of you will remember them from childhood, or even later in life. Which evokes the fondest memories for you? READ MORE: 38 closed Leeds pubs which will be remembered by a generation of regulars LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook YEP RETRO NEWSLETTER: Sign up for our free monthly email digest of Leeds nostalgia

7. A taste of France in the city centre
Do you remember this restaurant tucked away in a charming vaulted basement on Wellington Street? It aimed to provide diners with a little taste of France on their doorstep. | YPN Photo: YPN

8. Live music and late bar
Formerly Josephs Well this venue near Park Lane College welcomed The Kaiser Chiefs, The Killers and British Sea Power on its stage. Shut down in March 2012 after issues with soundproofing, beer prices and hours | YPN Photo: YPN

9. When traditional cafes became an endangered species.
By the 2009 the traditional cafe in Leeds was endangered species. This was one of the last to go and will be fondly remembered by a generation of shoppers. | YPN Photo: YPN

10. Take the plunge at the International Pool
Located at the lower end of Westgate the pool was notable for its brutalist architecture. Demolished in 2009. | YPN Photo: YPN

11. Popping into the City Square Post Office for a stamp
In 1987 it was Leeds largest post office.But the branch closed in the 2000s. Did you ever pop in on a lunchtime for a stamp? | YPN Photo: YPN

12. Dancing the night away
Remember dancing the night away at this club on City Square? Fell victim to a devastating fire in 2014. | YPN Photo: YPN


