This is public laundry Armley Wash-House which provided residents with access to washing and drying machines, including a mangle for pressing. It had operated since 1932 yet had been earmarked the closure when this photo was taken in 1976. It would close the following year despite public opposition. The photo is one of 14 plucked from the YEP archive charting life around the suburb during the decade. Corner shops, pubs and well-travelled streets are all featured which are sure to evoke memories for a generation of people who called LS12 home back in the day. READ MORE: Astonishing photos take you back to Armley in the 1960s LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook YEP RETRO NEWSLETTER: Sign up for our free monthly email digest of Leeds nostalgia
7. Armley in the 1970s
Tetley's latest pub The White Rose on Tong Road opened to the public in December 1972. | YPN Photo: YPN
8. Armley in the 1970s
Last orders was called at the White Horse in July 1973. The pub, at the junction of Wellington Road and Armley Road, was being demolished to make way for the Inner Ring Road scheme.
9. Armley in the 1970s
Fun in the playground at Armley C. of E. School on Wesley Road in January 1974. | YPN Photo: YPN
10. Armley in the 1970s
Security was an issue at Armley Lodge Primary School in October 1975. There was a gap in the railings through which pupils could easily wander off. | YPN Photo: YPN
11. Armley in the 1970s
This is Sultan Street in Armley pictured in January 1976. Only a handful of residents folk still lived there. | YPN Photo: YPN
12. Armley in the 1970s
This is Middle Cross Street pictured in May 1978. It was due to be demolished as part of slum clearance plans. | YPN Photo: YPN