PICTURES: HSBC bank returns as new dance studio in Hemsworth

By James Carney

Published 28th Jan 2019, 14:30 GMT

Updated 28th Jan 2019, 15:59 GMT

A former bank in Hemsworth has been reopened as a dance studio

The former HSBC on Bank Street in the town has been converted into El Dance Studios, which hosts classes for children and adults.

El Dance Studios.

placeholder image — El Dance Studios.

The former HSBC on Bank Street in the town has been converted into El Dance Studios.

placeholder image — The former HSBC on Bank Street in the town has been converted into El Dance Studios.

The school hosts classes in ballet, jazz and tap, as well as sessions for tots and dance acrobatics.

placeholder image — The school hosts classes in ballet, jazz and tap, as well as sessions for tots and dance acrobatics.

Founder and owner Eleanor Bechthold said: "It is extremely exciting to pass on my love and passion for dance to younger generations."

placeholder image — Founder and owner Eleanor Bechthold said: "It is extremely exciting to pass on my love and passion for dance to younger generations."

Since the closure of the branch, the nearest HSBC is in Pontefract.

placeholder image — Since the closure of the branch, the nearest HSBC is in Pontefract.

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