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

7. Beeston in the 1960s
The premises of Philip Redmond and Sons Ltd on Elland Road pictured in September 1960. They made packing cases. The factory was referred to as a sawmill. Leman Terrace is on the left, looking up to Little Town Lane. Photo: West Yorkshire Archive Service

8. Beeston in the 1960s
Back Malvern Road off St Luke's Road pictured in July 1964. | West Yorkshire Archive Service Photo: West Yorkshire Archive Service

9. Beeston in the 1960s
Looking across Malvern Road to the junction with Algeria Street in July 1964. The shop occupies premises on the corner and sells groceries and 'local grown caulis, cabbages, carrots and peas.' Photo: West Yorkshire Archive Service

10. Beeston in the 1960s
Dewsbury Road in August 1964.The public library is pictured on the left and the police station on the right. | West Yorkshire Archive Service Photo: West Yorkshire Archive Service

11. Beeston in the 1960s
November 1967 and this photo is a view on Elland Road showing a fenced off area with parked cars and looking towards a refuse tip. | West Yorkshire Archive Service Photo: West Yorkshire Archive Service

12. Beeston in the 1960s
Lord Mayor of Leeds, Alderman Joshua S. Walsh and his wife, the Lady Mayoress, have a turn at bowling during the Veteran's Cup Final at Cross Flatts Park in August 1966. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net


