The first children moved into the Lineham Farm Holiday Centre in 1993 marking the successful end to the most ambitious charity project ever undertaken by a city mayor. And Coun Denise Atkinson’s legacy continues to this day with Lineham Farm, nestled in 120 acres of breathtaking countryside at Eccup, continuing to be a sanctuary for local children.. The photo is one of 22 showcasing life around the city during a year which saw a future Spice Girl crowned Miss Leeds Weekly News and Leeds United’s young guns lift FA Youth Cup after beating a Manchester United side, which included David Beckham and Gary Neville, over two legs. READ MORE: Unseen photos chart of a golden age of Leeds pub culture LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook YEP RETRO NEWSLETTER: Sign up for our free monthly email digest of Leeds nostalgia

13. Burmantofts
The Bishop of Ripon, the Right Reverend David Young, is surrounded by children as he lays a foundation stone at the new St. Peter's C of E School in January 1993. | YPN Photo: YPN

14. Otley
Lady Ryder who has helped thousands of people all over the world, dropped into Leeds as part of her 'Light of Hope' national tour visiting Sue Ryder charity shops in November 1993. She is pictured with helpers after opening the 'Light of Hope' Week Fayre at Otley Civic Centre. | YPN Photo: YPN

15. Hyde Park
Manager Liz Rymer and former owner Geoff Thompson outside The Hyde Park Picture House on Brudenell Road in June 1993. | YPN Photo: YPN

16. Leeds city centre
This street art mural on the wall at the Market Place Project on Kirkgate was proving a talking point in July 1993. | YPN Photo: YPN

17. Leeds city centre
This is Simon Young who abseiled down Leeds Town Hall's clock tower in November 1993 to raise public awareness of local youth activity. | YPN Photo: YPN

18. Kirkstall Abbey
Barry Reed and Alan Walters pictured restoring the refectory. | YPN Photo: YPN


