Meanwood Road in October 1960 On the left, part of the Royal Cinema is visible. The building was originally a Salvation Army Hall, then opened as a 345 seat cinema in October 8th 1913. It was then called the Atlas Picture House, it was changed to the Royal in April 1935. It was closed in 1966, Kingfisher Lubrication took the premises.placeholder image
Meanwood Road in October 1960 On the left, part of the Royal Cinema is visible. The building was originally a Salvation Army Hall, then opened as a 345 seat cinema in October 8th 1913. It was then called the Atlas Picture House, it was changed to the Royal in April 1935. It was closed in 1966, Kingfisher Lubrication took the premises. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net

19 super photos take you back to Sheepscar in the 1960s

Andrew Hutchinson
By Andrew Hutchinson

Specialist Reporter

Published 23rd Jul 2024, 04:45 GMT

These photos put the super into Sheepscar as they chart a decade in the life of the suburb.

They turn back the clock to the 1960s and showcase streets, shops and landmarks which will be familiar to a generation of former residents. The images are published courtesy of West Yorkshire Archive Service, which collects and looks after the unique documentary heritage of the region dating from the 12th century to the present day - more than 800 years of local history. It also runs Catablogue, an online blog dedicated to preserving the past, serving the present and protecting the future. READ MORE: 43 closed Leeds pubs which will stir fond memories for drinkers LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook YEP RETRO NEWSLETTER: Sign up for our free monthly email digest of Leeds nostalgia

This view looks from Sackville Street along the even numbered side of Lorriane Street. Sackville Street is on the left, two children are on the doorstep of 29, which has a boarded up shop window. Lorraine Terrace can be seen behind on the left edge. Pictured in October 1960.

19. Sheepscar in the 1960s

This view looks from Sackville Street along the even numbered side of Lorriane Street. Sackville Street is on the left, two children are on the doorstep of 29, which has a boarded up shop window. Lorraine Terrace can be seen behind on the left edge. Pictured in October 1960. | West Yorkshire Archive Service Photo: West Yorkshire Archive Service

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