The gallery takes you to the heart of the community with shops, local landmarks and much more featured in this wonderful look at life around the suburb during the decade. 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: 10 happy photos take you back to Harehills 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
13. Harehills in the 1980s
Roundhay Road seen from the junction with Gathorne Terrace, right. On the left is the curved frontage of Arthur Cooper, Wine Merchant at number 142 Roundhay Road. The photograph is taken looking in the direction of the City Centre. The left turn leads into Roseville Road. Pictured in April 1980. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
14. Harehills in the 1980s
Wholesale clothing warehouse at No.170 Roundhay Road. The front is boarded up and there are advertising hoardings on the upper floor. St. Aidan's Church is on the left with Elford Place leading off. On the right is Back Elford Place. Pictured in April 1980. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net