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
19. Leeds United
Yorkshire dance has teamed up with Leeds United football club to encourage boys to dance and girls to play football. | YPN Photo: YPN
20. Headingley
Hunter of ITV show Gladiators launched an anti-fireworks injuries campaign at Leeds High School. | YPN Photo: YPN
21. Headingley
HRH the Princess Royal jokes with girls at Leeds Girls' High School where she opened two new buildings. | Bruce Rollinson Photo: Bruce Rollinson
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