Children’s Day and memories of the open air swimming pool take centre stage in this trip down memory lane. The calm and serenity of Waterloo lake is also captured on camera. The images are published courtesy of photographic archive Leodis, which is run by Leeds Library & Information Service. They also run heritage blog The Secret Library Leeds, which provides a behind the scenes look at the Central Library and highlights from its special collections, including rare books hidden away in the stacks. 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
1. Roundhay Park
The open air swimming pool pictured in June 1955. In the foreground is a paddling pool. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
2. Roundhay Park
The outdoor swimming pool in June 1955. Diving boards are visible with a boy stood on the highest one ready to dive. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
3. Roundhay Park
Waterloo Lake in June 1955. A number of boats are moored at the jetty in the centre of the photo and also on the opposite side of the lake. Trees, bushes and grass can be seen. People are walking throughout the park. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
4. Roundhay Park
Spectators watching a display of dancing at Children's Day in July 1957. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
5. Roundhay Park
An eye-catching display of maypole dancing can be seen underway at Children's Day in July 1957. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
6. Roundhay Park
Spectators watching a display of maypole dancing, about to start at Children's Day in July 1957. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net