They turn back the clock to 2004 and feature a range of memories from a 12 months which brought its fair share of change and challenges. Work started on what would become the city’s tallest building while a new way to pay was being ushered in for a generation of shoppers. It was also a year marked with a range of celebrity visits to the city centre, fundraising and launches. These photos, plucked from the YEP archive, chart the year in photos. READ MORE: 43 closed Leeds pubs which will stir fond memories for drinkers LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook YEP RETRO NEWSLETTER: Sign up for our free monthly email digest of Leeds nostalgia
13. Leeds city centre in 2004
Karl Dudley, advice service manager at the Leeds Citizens Advice Bureau pictured in September 2004. | YPN Photo: YPN
14. Leeds city centre in 2004
Cloth, a sweatshop-free fashion show was being staged in October 2004. Pictured are models, Jacinta Kent and James Robertson | YPN Photo: YPN
15. Leeds city centre in 2004
Sarah Whitelock, the grand-daughter of Lupton Whitelock, visted gthe pub in August 2004. | YPN Photo: YPN
16. Leeds city centre in 2004
A Polite Van man was launched in August 2004. Pictured is Zoe Weston surrounded by nice van drivers. | YPN Photo: YPN
17. Leeds city centre in 2004
Bewley's Hotel was completed and ready for business in July 2004. Pictured is general manager Paula Asple, foreground, with staff. | YPN Photo: YPN
18. Leeds city centre in 2004
Members of the Yorkshire Society clap to the rhythm of the music at the Yorkshire Day celebration in August 2004. | YPN Photo: YPN