Firemen of the Leeds Auxiliary Fire Service (AFS) at work on a fire-float which is a converted lifeboat from the liner 'Berengaria' in Leeds during the Second World War in 1939.

placeholder image — Firemen of the Leeds Auxiliary Fire Service (AFS) at work on a fire-float which is a converted lifeboat from the liner 'Berengaria' in Leeds during the Second World War in 1939.

September in Yorkshire: Stunning photos show what the region looked like in early autumn over 70 years ago

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Published 7th Sep 2026, 13:13 GMT

As we enter into the autumn season we have taken a nostalgic trip down memory lane to Yorkshire in September more than 70 years ago.

It’s good every now and then to reflect on what has changed over the decades and what has remained the same.

Browsing through our archives is always a cathartic experience and there is plenty to look at in this selection.

Yorkshire comedians Douglas Wakefield and Sandy Powell messing about on a golf course in September 1938.

9. Yorkshire comedians playing golf

Yorkshire comedians Douglas Wakefield and Sandy Powell messing about on a golf course in September 1938. Photo: Fox Photos / Getty Images

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