These images celebrate life in the town during a decade of change and feature local landmarks as well as a community fiercely proud of its independent heritage and history. They are published courtesy of the David Atkinson Archive, a collection housed on 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: 21 unseen photos of Morley through the years
1. March 1961
The procession along Queen Street as part of the celebrations to mark 75 years of Morley as a Borough. It took place on Sunday March 19, 1961. Photo: David Atkinson Archive, Leodis
2. March 1961
School contingents are seen here in the procession to visit the Queen Street Wesleyan Chapel (later to become Morley Central Methodist Church) for a service of thanksgiving for Morley's 75 years as a Borough. Photo: David Atkinson Archive, Leodis
3. March 1961
A procession to mark 75 years of Morley as a Borough as it rounds the corner from Queen Street into Wesley Street, by Boots the chemist and the private Silver Library. Photo: David Atkinson Archive, Leodis
4. March 1961
A procession can be seen marching along Queen Street with the Town Hall visible in the background. Note that the Town Hall flag is flying at half mast. Photo: David Atkinson Archive, Leodis
5. August 1961
A fire engine and crew at work to extinguish the fire which spread through Morley Town Hall after starting in Albert Mills behind. Photo: David Atkinson Archive, Leodis
6. March 1962
Victoria Road showing the beginnings of the construction of a new garage site. St. Peter's Church is seen in the background. Photo: David Atkinson Archive, Leodis