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
13. Leeds city centre
A brightly decorated float by Lewis's department store in association with Trebor at the 6th annual Lord Mayor's Parade in June 1979. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
14. Leeds in 1979
Call Lane Amusement Centre at with the Star and Garter public house on the right in December 1979. Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
15. Leeds city centre
Pedestrians struggle through a snow blizzard in the Leeds city centre in February 1979. | YPN Photo: YPN
16. Leeds in 1979
The Willis Ludlow department store on the Ludgate Hill side of Kirkgate Market pictured in January 1979. Shoppers are looking in the windows which advertise 'Huge Savings'. Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
17. Leeds city centre
Crockatt Cleaners on Commercial Street in January 1979. The shop sign has been removed and a planning application made for a new one. The next shop along is Silvio's cakes. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
18. Beeston
The Crescent Social Club, formerly the Crescent Cinema, at the junction of Dewsbury Road and Parkside Lane. Pictured in May 1979. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net