The Highwood on Brackenwood Drive in March 1992. — The Highwood on Brackenwood Drive in March 1992. | YPN

placeholder image — The Highwood on Brackenwood Drive in March 1992. | YPN

18 Leeds pubs you may remember from the early 1990s

By Andrew Hutchinson

Specialist Reporter

Published 14th Aug 2024, 04:45 GMT

These photos provide a snapshot of Leeds pub culture at the dawn of the 1990s.

They raise a glass to the watering holes which welcomed a generation of drinkers across the city in 1992. Some have closed down while others are still serving today. How many do you remember? 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

Old Steps on York Place pictured in January 1992.

13. Leeds city centre

Old Steps on York Place pictured in January 1992. | YPN Photo: YPN

The Lord Nelson on Holbeck Lane in February 1992.

14. Holbeck

The Lord Nelson on Holbeck Lane in February 1992. | YPN Photo: YPN

The Lion and Lamb pub on York Road. When this photo was taken in April 1992 it was receiving £150,000 to turn into a family pub.

15. Seacroft

The Lion and Lamb pub on York Road. When this photo was taken in April 1992 it was receiving £150,000 to turn into a family pub. | YPN Photo: YPN

The Cricketers in February 1992.

16. Seacroft

The Cricketers in February 1992. | YPN Photo: YPN

The Black Dog in pictured in October 1992.

17. Cross Green

The Black Dog in pictured in October 1992. | YPN Photo: YPN

The Bay Horse on Parkside Road in July 1992.

18. Meanwood

The Bay Horse on Parkside Road in July 1992. | YPN Photo: YPN

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