Kirkstall was building for the future in the 1970s thanks to the construction of Grandways supermarket while the cooling towers of Kirkstall Power Station came crashing down. These wonderful photos showcase the decade in 15 photos which also feature well travelled streets, shops and other local landmarks. 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: Unseen photos chart of a golden age of Leeds pub culture LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook YEP RETRO NEWSLETTER: Sign up for our free monthly email digest of Leeds nostalgia
13. Kirkstall in the 1970s
Terraced housing on Milton Terrace, some two storey and some three storey, running from no.21 on the right to no.1 near the centre by the junction with Church Street. Houses numbered 23-31 Church Street can be seen from the left. Pictured in July 1979. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
14. Kirkstall in the 1970s
Kirkstall Power Station during the demolition of the cooling tower. The sheds of the John Collier clothing factory can be seen in the foreground. Pictured in April 1979. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
15. Kirkstall in the 1970s
Morris Lane looking towards Kirkstall Lane and Kirkstall Hill. On the left can be seen the white trim of No. 12 Morris Lane at the junction with Station Parade. The junction on the right is Church Street. Pictured in | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
16. Kirkstall in the 1970s
Hollybush Farm on Wyther Lane prior to its redevelopment as the regional headquarters of the British Trust for Conservation Volunteers. It is now a centre for environmental improvement work and also runs training courses and welcomes school groups to study wildlife. Pictured in December 1979. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net