The 1990s will also be remembered by many in the community as a time when a local landmark came crashing down. The chimney of Highbury Works, formerly Meanwood Tannery, made of brick with red painted reinforcing steel straps, which had been a focal point for generations was demolished. These gems feature different aspects of ten years of life in the community, from schools and sport through to fundraising and fun as well as loads of familiar faces. Spotted anyone you remember? They are a mix from the YEP archive and others published courtesy of photographic archive Leodis, which is run by Leeds Library & Information Service. 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
1. Meanwood in the 1990s
Did you enjoy a drink here back in the day? Myrtle Tavern on Parkside Road pictured in December 1997. | Mark Bickerdike Photo: Mark Bickerdike
2. Meanwood in the 1990s
Safety concerns at the junction where Tongue Lane, Church Lane and Parkside Road converged prompted local councillors to join residents in protest. | Peter Langford Photo: Peter Langford
3. Meanwood in the 1990s
The chimney of Highbury Works, formerly Meanwood Tannery, seen from a footpath leading off Highbury Mount by the north end of Highbury Lane. It was taken shortly before the chimney, made of brick with red painted reinforcing steel straps, was demolished in 1998. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
4. Meanwood in the 1990s
The frontage of Highbury Works, formerly Meanwood Tannery, on Green Road pictured in April 1993. It was built on the site of the old Wood Mills by Samuel Smith the Younger (1829-1880), father of the Tadcaster brewer of the same name, in 1857. His initials are carved on the datestone above the doorway. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
5. Meanwood in the 1990s
Rugby players at Carr Manor High School in December 1999. Pictured, from left, are Robert Gidman, Steven Wood, Jermain Ogunbiyi and Tony Leatham. | Keith Lawson Photo: Keith Lawson
6. Meanwood in the 1990s
Did you shop here back in the day ? Fobi at Meanwood Shopping Centre pictured in July 1999. | Richard Hainsworth Photo: Richard Hainsworth