Briggate boasted a ‘new look’ and was closed to through traffic after becoming pedestrianised. This was 1997 a year which plans were revealed for an ambitious arena at Elland Road work was nearing completion on Leeds General Infirmary's new £90 million wing. City centre landmarks are featured as well as memories from around the suburbs with Otley, Rothwell, Beeston and Farnley are all in focus. 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: Unseen photos chart of a golden age of Leeds pub culture YEP RETRO NEWSLETTER: Sign up for our free monthly email digest of Leeds nostalgia
19. Kirkstall
A timeless scene on the Victorian street at Abbey House Museum in December 1997. The Museum had received £1.5 milion to refurbish facilities with plans for better access for disabled visitors, a cafe and improved exhibitions and displays. | YPN Photo: YPN
20. Leeds Golf Centre
Three times major champion Padraig Harrington watches on as Janine Todd takes a swing at the Leeds Golf Centre where he was giving free golf lessons. | Mark Bickerdike Photo: Mark Bickerdike
21. Gildersome
Angela Lunn, manager of Gildersome Spurs U-9s football team, is pictured with first team captain Andrew Slater wearing the new kit presented to them by Dennis Cook, pictured, from Rawcliffe's after their old one was stolen | YPN Photo: YPN
22. Richmond Hill
The Duchess of York chats with pupils from Richmond Hill Primary outside The Queens Hotel during a visit to the city in December 1997. | Bruce Greer Photo: Bruce Greer
23. Leeds city centre
New Virgin Radio boss Chris Evans holds a model head of himself during the a special charity shop sale held at Harvey Nichols in December 1997. | James Hardisty Photo: James Hardisty
24. Alwoodley
History in the making. Pupils from Allerton High School charge through the cannon smoke into battle during a civil war day staged by the English Civil War Society in November 1997. | Justin Lloyd Photo: Justin Lloyd