They showcase different aspects of life around the town in 1996. These photos, plucked from the YEP archive, feature shops, landmarks and sports teams as well as a raft of familiar faces and stories making the news during the 12 months. Spotted anyone you remember? READ MORE: 36 playful photos take you back to Pontefract in 1997 YEP RETRO NEWSLETTER: Sign up for our free monthly email digest of Leeds nostalgia
13. Castleford in 1996
Eric Gill with his TV boat in the garden of his home in Castleford pictured in November 1996. | Ross Parry Photo: Ross Parry
14. Castleford in 1996
Pupils from Castle School tuck into their lunch at Clarke Hall in February 1996. | Mark Bickerdike Photo: Mark Bickerdike
15. Castleford in 1996
Castleford Oyster Park Junior School pupils Danika Etherigton and Mark Parkinson wear jumpers designed by the school in Septrmber 1996. | Mel Hulme Photo: Mel Hulme
16. Castleford in 1996
August 1996 and Mark (left) and Harry Thackray with a pair of breeding ostriches at Ferndale Nursery in Fairburn. Photo: Roy Fox
17. Castleford in 1997
Adrian Flooks, Conservative candidate for Ponfefract and Castleford, canvasses support on the Airedale estate in April 1997. Photo: Bruce Rollinson
18. Castleford in 1996
Pianist John Briggs (right) with some members from Smawthorne Working Men's Club who were setting off on a cruise in July 1996. Photo: Mark Bickerdike