These memorable photos showcase life along a much loved city centre street linking New Briggate and Woodhouse Lane in the 1940s. Merrion Street is the focus of this wonderful collection of photos showcasing landmarks including the Garden of Rest, as well as shops and businesses along the thoroughfare throughout the decade. 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: Lost city centre landmarks - The Leeds Skywalk LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook YEP RETRO NEWSLETTER: Sign up for our free monthly email digest of Leeds nostalgia
13. Merrion Street in the 1940s
Looking south at the rest garden on Merrion Street in September 1943. People sit on park benches in the foreground. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
14. Merrion Street in the 1940s
The rest garden on Merrion Street in September 1943.In the foreground people are sitting on park benches arranged around a central square lawn. Behind are Tudor style houses. On the left, E. R. Brownfoot (blind maker)can be seen on number 38 Merrion Street. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net