Andrew Hutchinson

A photographic gallery revisits Farnley and its residents during the 1970s, using images from the Yorkshire Evening Post archive and Leeds Libraries’ Leodis collection. The photographs show the development of a reservoir beside the ring road, local streets and housing including Gamble Lane, Ashfield and Tong Road, and residents such as Norma and Sybil Lyons and Charles and Annie Martin. Historical context is also drawn from Philip Croft Tordoff’s book When the Streets Were Lit by Gas.

A collection of 11 archive photographs revisits Wortley during the 1980s, highlighting landmarks and community life including the Upper and Lower Wortley Liberal Club, New Wortley Community Centre, QE3 restaurant and wine bar, New Wortley Cemetery and local housing. The feature also recalls fires, murals and unauthorized industrial development, while noting that the Liberal Club faced possible closure unless it raised £35,000 for urgent structural repairs.

A selection of 19 archive photographs documents Leeds and its suburbs in 1976, including the city centre, Hunslet, Woodhouse, Pudsey, Scarcroft and Burmantofts. The images show the closure and demolition of the original Millgarth Police Station, the damaged Kirkgate Market after its 1975 fire, local shops and businesses, streetscapes, and everyday life. The photographs come from the Yorkshire Evening Post archive and Leodis, managed by Leeds Library & Information Service.

A collection of 14 archival photographs documents everyday life in Hunslet during the 1950s, including pubs, shops, terraced streets and local landmarks. The images include the Junction Hotel on Dewsbury Road, shops on Monkton Road, Parkfield Scrap Metal Yard, Moor Crescent, the Moorhouse Inn and St Peter’s Church of England. Photographs come from the West Yorkshire Archive Service and Leeds Libraries’ Leodis archive.

Lee Gap Fair in West Ardsley has a documented history stretching back more than 850 years. Its origins date to royal charters issued by Henry I in 1135 and Stephen around 1136, allowing fairs to be held annually in August and September. The event became known for horse trading and, during the Middle Ages, the trade in fleeces and woollen cloth. It was later named after Thomas Lee, a commissioner involved in valuing Nostell Priory before acquiring its lands after the Dissolution of the Monasteries. Archival photographs highlight the fair from 1908 through the 1960s, including travellers, horse trading and Welsh pony sales.

A photo-led retrospective recalls John Lukic's August 1996 testimonial at Elland Road, where more than 16,000 Leeds United supporters watched him play one half for Arsenal and the other for Leeds. The gallery highlights Lukic's career with both clubs, his 596 league appearances and his Leeds honours, including the 1992 First Division title and Charity Shield.

An archival photo feature revisits Leeds in August 1996, highlighting community life, local events and sport across areas including Chapel Allerton, Ilkley, Leeds city centre, Roundhay Park and Meanwood. The photographs recall a Transport 2000 street-reclamation initiative, the Leeds Classic cycling race, Leeds United signing Lee Sharpe, a city-centre fun fair and a devastating fire at Meanwood Valley Urban Farm.

An archival photo gallery recalls life at Leeds Thomas Danby College, which opened in 1970 and trained thousands of young people in areas including catering and hairdressing. The captions highlight student achievements, campus activities, fundraising, vocational training and visits from Coronation Street actors David Neilson and Julie Hesmondhalgh. The college merged with Park Lane College and Leeds College of Technology in 2009 to form Leeds City College.

A collection of 21 archive photographs revisits Leeds in 1975, covering the city centre and suburbs including Woodhouse, Hyde Park, Crossgates, East Ardsley and Meanwood. The images show streets, businesses, industrial sites, public buildings and a fire at Cross Gates Carriage Works, drawing on material from the Yorkshire Evening Post archive and Leeds Libraries’ Leodis collection.

A collection of archival photographs documents life in Buslingthorpe, Leeds, during the 1940s. The images show terraced housing, tramlines, factories, industrial chimneys, ruins and landmarks including Scott Hall, and are provided by Leodis, the photographic archive run by Leeds Library & Information Service.

Temple Newsam House in Leeds will host Reflections in Silver from August 12 to October 23, featuring new silver commissions by Miriam Hanid and Yusuke Yamamoto. Hanid’s Phoenix Jug draws on the estate’s birds, interiors and themes of rebirth, while Yamamoto’s Dappled Swag: Temple Newsam reflects its plants, trees and decorative heritage. The exhibition will include a film and preparatory materials, and both works will join Temple Newsam’s permanent collection. The commissions were funded by the Leeds Art Fund, with additional support from the Silver Society.

A collection of 12 archive photographs documents life in Leeds city centre during 1943, including Call Lane, Boar Lane, Infirmary Street, Park Row, Kirkgate and The Headrow. The images show a Yorkshire Evening News-sponsored lunch at Leeds Town Hall for prisoners of war repatriated aboard the Swedish liner Drottningholm, along with scenes of Youth Week, wartime streets, trams and familiar buildings. Sources include the Yorkshire Evening Post archive and Leodis, the photographic archive operated by Leeds Library & Information Service.

An illustrated retrospective of cinemas that once operated in Leeds, including the Odeon at the Merrion Centre, the Paramount Theatre, Kingsway Cinema, Abbey Picture House and Tower Cinema. Drawing on Yorkshire Evening Post and Leodis photographic archives, it highlights their opening dates, seating capacities, architectural features and later uses, while documenting the city’s changing cinema heritage.

A gallery of archival photographs documents Burmantofts during the 1940s, showing streets, derelict buildings, hotels, industrial premises and wartime-era urban improvements around Lupton Avenue, York Road, Hudson Road, Burmantofts Street and nearby locations. The images, sourced from the Leodis archive maintained by Leeds Library & Information Service, offer a visual record of the area and its residents during the decade.

A collection of archival photographs documents Beeston and surrounding South Leeds locations during the 1930s, including Barkly Parade, Dewsbury Road, Millshaw Beck and the Leeds Speedway Track at Elland Road. The images show local shops, streets, housing, bridge improvements and a popular motorcycle-racing venue, with photographs supplied by the Leodis archive operated by Leeds Library & Information Service.

A collection of historical photographs documents life in Bank, a lesser-known area near Leeds city centre, during the 1940s. The images show streets, buildings, transport routes and Marsh Lane Goods Station, including damage caused by a direct bomb hit during World War II air raids. The photographs, supplied by Leeds Library & Information Service through its Leodis archive, provide a visual record of the area’s wartime conditions and postwar urban landscape.

Fourteen archive photographs document streets and landmarks in Armley, Leeds, during 1963, including the Albion pub, Tower Lane, Tower Lane Garage, Antwerp Mills, Brunel Street and surrounding buildings. The images, published courtesy of the West Yorkshire Archive Service, capture local architecture, businesses, advertisements and everyday community settings from the early 1960s.

A nostalgic photographic tour of 34 former Leeds nightclubs recalls the city’s nightlife from earlier decades. Drawing mainly on the Yorkshire Evening Post archive, the feature highlights venues across the city centre and suburbs, including Mister Craig’s, Cinderella Rockerfellas, Intime, Leeds Pentagon, Upstairs Downstairs and Tiffany’s, while describing their distinctive interiors, music, themed events and place in local club culture.

A photographic journey through Leeds in 1974 features city-centre streets, public transport, road construction, landmarks and aerial views, alongside scenes from suburbs including Rothwell, Armley, Crossgates, Thorner, Headingley, Cookridge and Seacroft. The images come from the Yorkshire Evening Post archive and Leodis, the photographic archive run by Leeds Library & Information Service.

Chris Sylvester, founder of Leeds-based social enterprise Getting Clean, will spend up to three days in a bathtub in Leeds City Square from August 7 as part of the TUBTrap fundraising challenge. The campaign aims to raise £50,000 through soap sales, donations and public support for people affected by addiction, homelessness and the criminal justice system. If the target is reached, £20,000 will be donated to Forward Leeds for lived-experience recovery projects. Getting Clean employs people in recovery, makes natural soap and donates half its profits to addiction-related support.

Revellers on Leeds’s Otley Run were surprised by a performance from the Otley Run Complaints Choir outside two busy pubs. Led by University of Leeds lecturer Anna Douglas, the research project uses songs to explore both the enjoyment of the pub crawl and residents’ concerns about its effects on the Headingley community. The choir brought together students, long-term residents, local business owners and university alumni, with singer-songwriter Nicky Bray turning their conflicting views into a song.

Police launched a murder investigation after finding a 58-year-old woman with fatal injuries inside a flat at Cottingley Towers in Leeds late on July 24. A 52-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of murder and remained in custody. Police said the incident was isolated, that they were not seeking anyone else, and appealed for witnesses or anyone with information to contact investigators.

An elderly man in his 80s died at the scene after falling from his green Trek electric-assisted pedal cycle on Lock Lane in Altofts, near the Aire and Calder Navigation, on July 24. West Yorkshire Police are appealing for witnesses who saw the events leading up to or including the incident and have asked anyone with information to contact the Roads Policing Unit.

Four people—three men aged 46, 44 and 38, and a 36-year-old woman—were arrested on suspicion of money laundering and drug supply after West Yorkshire Police warrants uncovered a suspected illicit-medication laboratory on Whitehall Road in Leeds. Nine firearms were seized during a separate warrant on Farrar Lane. The suspects were bailed pending further inquiries, while police advised the public to avoid the sites and report suspicious activity or suspected drug dealing.

Seventeen archival photographs highlight daily life and notable locations in Harehills during the 1980s, including street scenes, local shops, community landmarks and a visit by England football captain Bryan Robson. The images come from the Yorkshire Evening Post archive and the Leodis photographic collection operated by Leeds Library & Information Service.

Lawrie Graham, landlord of The Garden Gate pub in 1970s Hunslet, is remembered for his strength, pride in serving pints and dedication to preserving the pub’s Victorian character. Saved from demolition by a petition of regulars, the Grade II–listed pub retained rare ceramic bar counters and ornate original fittings. Graham served as both landlord and informal guide, showing visitors including students and American tourists around the historic interior, which later featured in a BBC adaptation.

A Leeds man, Paul Ben, was convicted at Leeds Crown Court of more than 40 offences, including 14 counts of rape and the creation of indecent images of children, involving five victims between 1998 and 2020. The investigation began when one victim came forward, leading police to identify four additional victims. Detectives praised the victims’ courage in providing detailed accounts and supporting the trial. Ben has been remanded in custody and is scheduled for sentencing on August 14. Authorities encouraged other victims of abuse to seek support when ready.

England rugby player Ellie Kildunne received an honorary degree from the University of Leeds, joining several other notable figures recognised for their achievements. She expressed pride in representing Yorkshire and highlighted the progress of women's rugby. The ceremony, attended by thousands of graduates, was praised by Vice-Chancellor Shearer West for showcasing excellence, collaboration and the power of ideas.

A collection of archival images highlights two decades of Leeds Pride, celebrating the event’s growth into a major LGBTQIA+ festival with messages of inclusivity and community as it prepares for its largest two‑day celebration in 2026.

Baroness Anne Longfield received an honorary degree from Leeds Beckett University in recognition of her decades of work improving the lives of children and young people. Her career includes shaping national policy on children’s rights, chairing the Centre for Young Lives, leading inquiries, and influencing government programmes. University leaders highlighted her impact on challenging institutions and advancing support for vulnerable children. Longfield expressed appreciation for the honour and the university’s efforts to address inequality. The award was presented during the Carnegie School of Education’s graduation ceremony.

Engineering work on July 18–19 and July 25–26 will disrupt rail services in Leeds and Bradford as Network Rail conducts track renewal, tunnel repairs and embankment stabilisation. Replacement buses will operate on affected routes, with several service changes involving Ilkley, Shipley, Leeds and Bradford Forster Square. Rail operators advise passengers to check journey details and allow extra time while upgrades aim to improve reliability and safety.

A collection of rarely seen photographs from the 1950s highlights daily life and community spirit at Leeds' Quarry Hill Flats, once the UK's largest social housing complex. Images depict residents, workers, and aerial views of the site, illustrating the scale and character of the development before its demolition in 1978.

Planning approval has been granted for Ollo Padel to transform the Grade II* listed Roundhouse in Leeds into a sport, leisure and community destination featuring padel courts, a clubhouse, and fitness facilities. The redevelopment will remove unsuitable additions, restore the historic building, and create more than 20 jobs. Partnerships with Southbank Provisions and Northbound will support food, drink, and fitness offerings, while community programming will include free coaching and inclusive events. Construction is expected to begin later in 2026 with opening planned for early 2027.

Mill Fest will return to Bramley on August 2 after last year's strong turnout, with organisers aiming for a larger community event featuring live music, street food, flash tattoos, market stalls and local beer. The festival, created by local businesses Against the Grain, Gray's Salon and Rose & Thorn, plans to expand participation from traders and artists, with a full programme to be released soon. Tickets are now available.

Essential summer roadworks on the Stanningley Bypass and at Dawsons Corner will run from July 27 to August 26, 2026, involving resurfacing, contraflow systems and full overnight closures. Leeds City Council scheduled the works for the school holidays to reduce disruption but warns delays are still expected. Councillor Peter Carlill reports good progress on the wider improvement scheme and urges travellers between Leeds and Bradford to plan extra time and follow diversions.

Residents of a new housing development in Whitkirk sought recognition and maintenance of an overgrown Roman road beside their homes in the late 1980s. Roy and June Norcliffe raised concerns about debris, structural changes ordered by Leeds City Council, and the lack of response to their complaints, arguing that the neglected area represented important local heritage and required proper care.

Kirkstall Leisure Centre, opened in 1985 as part of Leeds’ expanding indoor sports facilities, quickly developed a reputation for repeated problems including vandalism, condensation damage and temporary closures. Officials expressed concern over the recurring issues, while managers worked to keep the centre operational through repairs and maintenance efforts.

A gallery of early 1900s photographs documents landmarks and daily life in Burley, featuring tram works, tram sheds, Burley Working Men’s Club and Burley Park. The images, provided by the Leodis photographic archive operated by Leeds Library & Information Service, highlight key community sites and preserve historical views of the area.

A collection of archival photographs showcases everyday life in Burmantofts during the 1950s, featuring street scenes, local shops, pubs, and notable buildings including the Tulip Inn and Lincoln Fields Wesleyan Methodist Sunday School. The images, sourced from the West Yorkshire Archive Service and the Leodis photographic archive, highlight the Newtown area and offer nostalgic insight into the community’s past.

Photos and captions highlight the development and evolution of Seacroft Shopping Centre from its opening in 1965 through its heyday in the 1960s and 1970s, including details of its original shops and facilities and acknowledgment of its later demolition and replacement by a Tesco store, with archival images provided by Leodis and Leeds Library & Information Service.

A serious collision forced the northbound closure of the A1(M) between junctions 42 and 43 near Castleford, causing severe delays and diversions. Highways Yorkshire confirmed the closure while West Yorkshire Police were contacted for further information.

A collection of archival photographs highlights school activities, community events, local achievements and everyday life in Belle Isle during the 1990s, reflecting strong neighbourhood identity and shared memories of south Leeds.

A collection of archived photographs highlights community life in Selby and surrounding North Yorkshire villages during the 1990s, featuring local events, schools, landmarks, and notable moments from the decade.

A set of archival images highlights notable moments and personalities in Leeds city centre during 1968, including appearances by Eric Morecambe and Gracie Fields, alongside scenes of urban development and local events documented by regional archives.

Leeds Beckett University has dedicated a lecture theatre to Sir Walter Winterbottom, England’s first full‑time football manager, honouring his contributions to coaching, education and national sport development. His archives and memorabilia are now housed in the newly named Winterbottom Lecture Theatre, featuring commemorative displays and personal artefacts. Family members and university leaders highlighted his lifelong commitment to education and his influence on modern football. The recognition follows his 2025 induction into the university’s Sport Hall of Fame, reinforcing his lasting impact on English sport and public life.

A retrospective gallery showcases notable scenes from Leeds in 1970, including city centre landmarks, suburban neighbourhoods and significant local events. The photos feature public figures, industrial closures, labour actions, and everyday urban life, drawn from local archives and photographic collections.

A collection of archival photographs depicts Scarborough during the 1960s, including South Bay and North Bay beaches, Peasholm Park, the harbour, The Spa, the Grand Hotel, North Bay Railway, local shops, fishing, cricket and nearby villages. The images present everyday life and tourism in the seaside resort through the Yorkshire Evening Post archive.