They chart a decade in the life of the north Leeds suburb as the 1950s falls under the spotlight. Local landmarks as well as shops and housing estates are featured in this wonderful rewind,. The images are 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: Intriguing pictures show life in Leeds during the 1950s LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook ‘YEP NEWSLETTERS: Sign up for free news and sport emails
7. Alwoodley in the 1950s
Alwoodley Motors, petrol station, across Harrogate Road. On the forecourt are several vehicles and petrol pumps. The building is white with a flag flying from the tallest part of it. Pictured in August 1951. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
8. Alwoodley in the 1950s
Crag Farm's stone built farmhouse in September 1951. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
9. Alwoodley in the 1950s
Looking along King Lane from the junction with Nursery Lane in January 1955. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
10. Alwoodley in the 1950s
The Green at Moor Allerton Golf Club in July 1951. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
11. Alwoodley in the 1950s
The playing field of Moortown Rugby Union Club at Alwoodley Park. Pictured in April 1951. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net