We asked our readers to share their personal stand-out memories of growing up in Leeds via the YEP facebook page and you responded in droves. Children’s Day, shopping at Schofields and Kirkgate Market, trips to Leeds Children’s Holiday Camp, a cool Kirkstall Road attraction, Lewis’s Christmas grotto, playing out and outside toilets are all featured in this trip down memory lane. Do any of the memories resonate with you? READ MORE: Unseen photos chart of a golden age of Leeds pub culture LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook YEP RETRO NEWSLETTER: Sign up for our free monthly email digest of Leeds nostalgia
19. Growing up in Leeds
"Victory signs on the wall. Barrage balloons (think they were on the coast). Rationing coupons, air raid sirens, blackout curtains, carrying a gas mask" - Margaret Bathgate. | YPN Photo: YPN