Quarry Hill Flats boasted radical and modern features such as solid fuel ranges, electric lighting, a state-of-the-art refuse disposal system (Garchey) and communal facilities including a swimming pool. These photos rewind to 1938 when it first opened after the first raft of work had been completed with much more construction to follow. The images provide an intriguing snapshot of life and are published courtesy of West Yorkshire Archive Service and photographic archive Leodis, which is run by Leeds Library & Information Service. READ MORE: Nostalgic photos chart rise and fall of Leeds Quarry Hill Flats 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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Garchey refuse disposal plant under construction, with chimney in the centre in October 1938. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
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August 1938. Eastgate roundabout with Appleyard petrol filling station.The large archway through to Oastler House is under construction. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
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October 1938. Kitson House nearing completion. This block faced the junction of Marsh Lane and New York Road. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
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A kitchen at Quarry Hill Flats with a door opening on to the balcony. There are cupboards and drawers for storage. To the left of the sink is a gas 'griller', comprising a grill facility with gas rings for boiling or frying food on. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net