The Mansion holds a place in the hearts of generations of couples who enjoyed a wedding day to remember against the stunning backdrop of Roundhay Park. The venue also hosted numerous other parties and soirees down the decades as well as business conferences. The now Grade II listed building was originally built as a family home for Thomas Nicholson in the early 19th century. These photos tell the story of The Mansion from country home to hotel and restaurant and feature memories from those who enjoyed a party to remember back in the day. They are a mix from the YEP archive and others published courtesy of Joel Skingle Photography, Artemis and photographic archive Leodis, which is run by Leeds Library & Information Service. READ MORE: Memories of Roundhay Park's open air swimming pool LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook YEP RETRO NEWSLETTER: Sign up for our free monthly email digest of Leeds nostalgia
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To the left of The Mansion pictured in March 1938 is the cafe which was an addition in the style of a conservatory. Catering was done by the Gilpin family. The cafe boasted 10 large tea and refreshment rooms with separate rooms for abstainers. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
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The Mansion's convex dome with leaded glass and decorative features pictured in March 1945. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
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The well decorative headed glass dome with tie back curtains on a rail pictured in March 1945. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
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Stone built stables with slate roofs at The Mansion in October 1944. A clock tower is in the centre above double stable doors. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
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A side view of The Mansion showing conservatory pictured in June 1967. The lawns and gardens in the forground of the image have fairy lights strung across them. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
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September 2007 and plans were underway for a major redevelopment of The Mansion. | Mark Bickerdike Photo: Mark Bickerdike