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
25. Leeds city centre in 2004
Did you enjoy a meal here back in the day? Room restaurant which in January 2004 boasted two menus - one healthy and the other indulgent. | YPN Photo: YPN
26. Leeds city centre in 2004
February 2004 and a fashion show in aid of NSPCC was being staged at Northern Light. Pictured are the models who would be taking to the catwalk. | YPN Photo: YPN
27. Leeds city centre in 2004
Phixx members - from left, Nikk Mager, Andrew Kinlochlan and Mikey Green - have a laugh whilst signing autographs for fans during their visit to HMV in March 2004. | YPN Photo: YPN
28. Leeds city centre in 2004
May 2004 and work started on Bridgewater Place. | YPN Photo: YPN
29. Leeds city centre in 2004
Thousands turned out to enjoy the annual St Patricks Day Parade in March 2004. Dancers from Joyce O' Donnells entertain the crowds on the steps of the Civic Hall. | YPN Photo: YPN
30. Leeds city centre in 2004
Safeway checkout manager Sam Robins with a new way to pay - via a chip and pin machine. Pictured in February 2004. | YPN Photo: YPN