They turn back the clock to July 2000and showcase a lighter side of city life during a time of renewed hope and optimism as residents looked to the future. City centre memories are in focus as well as those from around the suburbs with Armley, Middleton, Rawdon, Calverley, Horsforth and Harehills all featured. READ MORE: Leeds in the early 2000s - Memories of what it was like growing up in the decade LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook YEP RETRO NEWSLETTER: Sign up for our free monthly email digest of Leeds nostalgia

13. Temple Newsam
Girl band Precious backstage at the Party in the Park, the free day long music extravaganza held at Temple Newsam Park. | Dan Oxtoby Photo: Dan Oxtoby

14. Headingley
Haley's Hotel on Shire Oak Road was celebrating having the most comfortable toilets in the country. Pictured is Lynne Appleyard in the ladies guest toilets. | James Hardisty Photo: James Hardisty

15. Horsforth
Vandals targeted Hall Park Cricket Club. The wicket was damaged as well as sightscreens, pictured. | Justin Lloyd Photo: Justin Lloyd

16. Garforth
Passengers wait at the newly-refurbished Garforth railway station. | Gary Longbottom Photo: Gary Longbottom

17. Headingley
Classical guitarist Craig Ogden visits Leeds Grammar School to give music tips to pupils. | Dan Oxtoby Photo: Dan Oxtoby

18. Rawdon
UN Goodwill Ambassador, Laura Sweeting, 16, visited Benton Park School to talk about her role. | Mel Hulme Photo: Mel Hulme


