Leeds in the 1980s: City centre shops and landmarks in focus

The gallery is sure to evoke memories for a generation of people who lived, worked and played in the heart of the city during the decade. Stand out landmarks and familiar streets featured include Eastgate, Empire Arcade, Merrion Centre, Lands Lane, Vicar Lane, County Arcade, Call Lane, Kirkgate Market, St. Paul's Street, The Headrow and New Briggate. 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: 24 Leeds pubs you may remember from the 1980s LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook YEP RETRO NEWSLETTER: Sign up for our free monthly email digest of Leeds nostalgia