They turn back the clock to October of that year which featured a visit to the city by Doctor Who, actor Tom Baker who was signing copies of his latest book at Austicks in the city centre with a cyber man at his side. It was a month which saw plenty of sparkle and shine thanks to a raft of celebs visting the city. They included Coronation Street actress Denise Welch who made a guest appearance at opening of Leeds New Open Market and presenter Ulrika Jonsson was in Leeds to open a shop at the White Rose Centre. The month also featured a visit from royalty as HRH the Princess Royal opened two new buildings at Leeds Girls' High School. READ MORE: Poignant photos take you back to the early autumn of 1997 LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook YEP RETRO NEWSLETTER: Sign up for our free monthly email digest of Leeds nostalgia
7. Armley
One of several displays at the Model Railway Society show held at Armley Leisure Centre. | Charles Knight Photo: Charles Knight
8. Leeds city centre
Emmerdale star Malandra Burrows - who played Kathy Glover - launched Visa Cash - a new way to pay for low value, everyday items - in Leeds at McDonald's in the St John's Centre. | YPN Photo: YPN
9. Bramley
Sally Beevers uses the new 'Shop and Go' system at Safeways supermarket. | YPN Photo: YPN
10. East End Park
Rock band, Rock-A-Beats, who were proving a hit on the city's music scene. Pictured, from left, are, Ray McGowan, 14, with brothers, Neil, eight, and Craig, 16. | YPN Photo: YPN
11. Leeds city centre
Helen Beioley, manager of T.K.Maxx, opens the new store at the Leeds Shopping Plaza. | YPN Photo: YPN
12. Leeds Irish Centre
These six boxers - Steve Tuckett, Gary Savage, Franny Hogg, Wayne Burchell, Clint Johnson and Jamie Warters - were on the card for a bout at the Leeds Irish Centre. | Peter Thacker Photo: Peter Thacker