They turn back the clock to 1973 and showcase news stories making the headlines during the 12 months as well as featuring city centre landmarks, shops and pubs. The photos also feature memories from the suburbs with Meanwood, Pudsey, Woodhouse and Stanningley in focus. The images are a mix from the YEP archive and others published courtesy of photographic archive Leodis, which is run by Leeds Library & Information Service. READ MORE: The story of a quirky Leeds pub LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook YEP RETRO NEWSLETTER: Sign up for our free monthly email digest of Leeds nostalgia

7. Leeds city centre
A bride and groom (on left), and five of the the groom's Teddy Boy friends jive in Park Square gardens after a wedding at Leeds Register Office. | YPN Photo: YPN

8. Leeds city centre
April 1973 and motorists coming from Burley Road use the new traffic diversion that joins The Headrow at Westgate roundabout. In the background is Telephone House and Westgate Baths are on the extreme left. | YPN Photo: YPN


10. Leeds city centre
The Metropole Hotel was hosting a 'Fabrics from France' exhibition. Pictured modelling French suits, left to right, are Tina Franchi, Gail Cawthorne and Liz Esteve. | YPN Photo: YPN

11. Leeds city centre
Elton John on stage at The Refectory at the University of Leeds. Were you among the crowd? | YPN Photo: YPN

12. Scott Hall Road
The issue of speeding prompted this demonstration on Scott Hall Road. | YPN Photo: YPN


