They turn back the clock to 1979 and bring into focus shops and landmarks from around Leeds city centre as well as memories of news stories making the headlines during the 12 months. They also feature memories from the suburbs with Beeston, Seacroft, Woodlesford, Cross Gates, Moortown, Cross Green, Richmond Hill and Burmantofts all featured. The images are a mix from the YEP archive and others published courtesy of photographic archive Leodis, which is run by Leeds Library & Information Service. They also run heritage blog The Secret Library Leeds, which provides a behind the scenes look at the Central Library and highlights from its special collections, including rare books hidden away in the stacks. 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. Yeadon
The car park of the Morrisons store in December 1979. The photo looks towards South View Road where the long, single storey building of Yeadon Health Centre can be seen. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
8. Woodlesford
The Lucky Days Bingo Hall on Aberford Road in July 1979, which has round windows on upper floor. Sonia, ladies' hairdresser, occupies part of the ground floor. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
9. Leeds city centre
Kirkgate in Cecember 1979. Pictured, from left, is Kirkgate Anglers' fishing tackle, Derby Bar Cafe, Woodworkers Supply Stores D.I.Y. and Las Vegas amusements. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
10. Leeds in 1979
Harewood Street, seen from the junction with Ludgate Hill, showing the premises of Willis Ludlow, department store, which appears to be closed in December 1979. Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
11. Leeds city centre
A busy Briggate in April 1979. On the left is J.Weir & Son 'the jeweller's who care' and further down, Debenhams. On the right, Dolcies shoe shop is visible on the corner with Albion Place, then Hornes and Hepworths followed by the Army Stores and Peter Lord's far right. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
12. Leeds city centre
King Edward Street to Briggate and the junction with Albion Place in April 1979. Dolcis shoe shop is on the corner of Briggate and Albion PLace and above, at number 17 Albion Place, is Brook Street Bureau, office staff agency. West Riding House is visible in the background. | Leeds Planning Department Photo: Leeds Planning Department