The photos rewind to the 1960s and contrast the hustle and bustle of daily life in the market town with the peace and tranquillity of the Chevin above. Market day, Wharfedale Hospital, life along the River Wharfe and the Otley Chevin Easter cross are also all featured in this wonderful trip down memory lane. READ MORE: 34 optimistic photos take you back to Otley in the 1990s LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook YEP RETRO NEWSLETTER: Sign up for our free monthly email digest of Leeds nostalgia
7. Otley iin the 1960s
Flooding on Bondgate during the summer of 1961. A Morris Mini car makes its way through the water at the near end of the road. On the far side an electrical goods shop is seen on the left, then further back from the road is the Woolpack public house. Moving right the side wall of Garbutt and Mawson Ltd., ironmongers, is covered with advertisements including one for Guinness. On the right edge is the Bowling Green pub. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
8. Otley in the 1960s
Two cars being driven through floods on Farnley Lane in July 1961. The view looks west with Wharfemeadows Park on the left. This area of Farnley Lane, close to the River Wharfe, has been flooded many times over the years. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
12. Otley in the 1960s
Saddler and harness maker James Grabham at work in Kirkgate Arcade. He is pictured in November 1969. | YPN Photo: YPN