They turn back the clock to the 1960s and showcase a community at work, rest and play with shops and pubs in the spotlight. The majority of the photos are published courtesy of West Yorkshire Archive Service which collects and looks after the unique documentary heritage of the region dating from the 12th century to the present day - more than 800 years of local history. It also runsCatablogue, an online blog dedicated to preserving the past, serving the present and protecting the future. READ MORE: 18 brilliant photos take you back to Beeston in the 1980s LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook YEP RETRO NEWSLETTER: Sign up for our free monthly email digest of Leeds nostalgia

1. Beeston in the 1960s
Off-licence shop at the corner of Cemetery Road and Little Town Lane pictured in September 1960. | West Yorkshire Archive Service Photo: West Yorkshire Archive Service

2. Beeston in the 1960s
The New Peacock Inn, adjacent to Elland Road, in November 1963. This public house was demolished to provide part of the route for junction 2 of the M621, roundabout and Stadium Way. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net

3. Beeston in the 1960s
Beeston Road in October 1963 featuring Plantation Building (1886) the home of Marsh Jones & Cribb Ltd, painting contractors and electrical engineers. | West Yorkshire Archive Service Photo: West Yorkshire Archive Service

4. Beeston in the 1960s
The Duke of York pub on Beeston Road pictured in October 1963. The landlord at the time was Joseph Brown. | West Yorkshire Archive Service Photo: West Yorkshire Archive Service

5. Beeston in the 1960s
A parade of shops on Elland Road in September 1960. | West Yorkshire Archive Service Photo: West Yorkshire Archive Service

6. Beeston in the 1960s
A yard on Little Town Lane pictured in September 1960. | West Yorkshire Archive Service Photo: West Yorkshire Archive Service