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Debenhams on Briggate pictured in February 1981. | YPN

28 of the best photos take you back to Leeds in 1981

These fantastic photos chart a year in the life of Leeds and its residents in the early 1980s.

They turn back the clock to 1981, a 12 months which featured the city grappling with economic and social changes and challenges. City centre landmarks are in focus as well as memories from around the suburbs with Rothwell, Crossgates, Stanningley, Pudsey, Hyde Park and Beeston among those featured. 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

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