Jude's Pond at the top of Haigh Moor Road in August 1967.. It was a familiar feature and relatively clear at the time this picture was taken. since that time it has gradually infilled with reeds and, although the area is still marshy, there is no longer a stretch of open water there.Jude's Pond at the top of Haigh Moor Road in August 1967.. It was a familiar feature and relatively clear at the time this picture was taken. since that time it has gradually infilled with reeds and, although the area is still marshy, there is no longer a stretch of open water there.
Jude's Pond at the top of Haigh Moor Road in August 1967.. It was a familiar feature and relatively clear at the time this picture was taken. since that time it has gradually infilled with reeds and, although the area is still marshy, there is no longer a stretch of open water there. | David Atkinson Archive

South Leeds: 29 warm-hearted photos take you back to West Ardsley in the 1960s

Andrew Hutchinson
By Andrew Hutchinson

Specialist Reporter

Published 12th Jun 2024, 04:45 GMT

These warm-hearted colour photos chart a decade in the life of West Ardsley and its residents.

They showcase a calm and gentle slice of semi-rural life around the community during the 1960s, and feature panoramic views, beauty spots, local landmarks as well as capturing change with the building of the M62 motorway. The images are published courtesy of the David Atkinson Archive who collection is housed on 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: 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

The farmyard at Dunningley Farm in Dunningley Lane. Mr. A. E. Jackman is seen beside the barn which is very old and dates from about 1809. The blackened, charred timbers piled up in front are from a roof fire. Pictured in July 1966.

7. West Ardsley in the 1960s

The farmyard at Dunningley Farm in Dunningley Lane. Mr. A. E. Jackman is seen beside the barn which is very old and dates from about 1809. The blackened, charred timbers piled up in front are from a roof fire. Pictured in July 1966. | David Atkinson Archive Photo: David Atkinson Archive

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The disused, water filled Howley Park Quarry with Howley Park Quarry Farm in the background. The low, red brick buildings are rhubarb sheds. Pictured in June 1960.

8. West Ardsley in the 1960s

The disused, water filled Howley Park Quarry with Howley Park Quarry Farm in the background. The low, red brick buildings are rhubarb sheds. Pictured in June 1960. | David Atkinson Archive Photo: David Atkinson Archive

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In front of the altar showing the inside of Woodkirk Church. (St. Mary's) located on Dewsbury Road. Visible here are the Choir Stalls the Jacobean Pulpit, the pews on either side of the nave and the Organ at the base of the tower. Pictured in June 1966.

9. West Ardsley in the 1960s

In front of the altar showing the inside of Woodkirk Church. (St. Mary's) located on Dewsbury Road. Visible here are the Choir Stalls the Jacobean Pulpit, the pews on either side of the nave and the Organ at the base of the tower. Pictured in June 1966. | David Atkinson Archive Photo: David Atkinson Archive

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The construction of the M62, the Lancashire - Yorkshire motorway in July 1969. The first part to be built was the Bradford Road Bridge carrying the A650 across the motorway, seen in the background. a West Riding Bus is visible crossing the bridge. The photo was taken from a footbridge crossing the Motorway at the position of Rein Road. The road link wasn't maintained on Rein Road while the motorway was being constructed across it. The whole complex was finished by the end of 1971.

10. West Ardsley in the 1960s

The construction of the M62, the Lancashire - Yorkshire motorway in July 1969. The first part to be built was the Bradford Road Bridge carrying the A650 across the motorway, seen in the background. a West Riding Bus is visible crossing the bridge. The photo was taken from a footbridge crossing the Motorway at the position of Rein Road. The road link wasn't maintained on Rein Road while the motorway was being constructed across it. The whole complex was finished by the end of 1971. | David Atkinson Archive Photo: David Atkinson Archive

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Haigh Hall Farm, off Batley Road, a Grade II listed building, pictured in July 1965. The house has a mid 16th Century timber frame which was encased in stone in about 1768. More stonework was added in the early 19th Centry. The triple keystone above the door on the right is inscribed 'T 1768 W' and above there is a cartouche with Saville coat-of-arms. The young boy seen pointing to this is Keith Wass.

11. West Ardsley in the 1960s

Haigh Hall Farm, off Batley Road, a Grade II listed building, pictured in July 1965. The house has a mid 16th Century timber frame which was encased in stone in about 1768. More stonework was added in the early 19th Centry. The triple keystone above the door on the right is inscribed 'T 1768 W' and above there is a cartouche with Saville coat-of-arms. The young boy seen pointing to this is Keith Wass. | David Atkinson Archive Photo: David Atkinson Archive

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Sheds at Howley Park Quarry Farm pictured in June 1965.

12. West Ardsley in the 1960s

Sheds at Howley Park Quarry Farm pictured in June 1965. | David Atkinson Archive Photo: David Atkinson Archive

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