These photos turn back the clock to the 1970s when browsing then buying at a wide-range of range of shops was the norm for bargain-hunters. They are a mix of well known big name retailers and small independent shops many of which have disappeared from the high street. Which do you remember the most? READ MORE: Willis Ludlow - Memories of a Leeds city centre retail giant LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook YEP RETRO NEWSLETTER: Sign up for our free monthly email digest of Leeds nostalgia
1. Leeds city centre shops
Rumbelows on the corner of Duncan Street in November 1979. | YPN Photo: YPN
2. Leeds city centre shops
Thomas Cook in Leeds city centre pictured in January 1978. Did you book a trip from here back in the day? | YPN Photo: YPN
3. Leeds city centre shops
November 1977 and this is Centrecourt in the Merrion Centre which became a Mecca for mountaineering, skiing and enthusiasts who wanted specialised equipment. | YPN Photo: YPN
4. Leeds city centre shops
Tassys hairdressers on New Briggate in February 1979. | YPN Photo: YPN
5. Leeds city centre shops
Inside Carlo and Jeffrey's unisex salon in June 1977. | YPN Photo: YPN
6. Leeds city centre shops
Do you remember Dinsdales on King Charles Street pictured in October 1978? | YPN Photo: YPN