Dancers, Halesowen, pictured through the years

The family-run store closed today (Wednesday November 11) after becoming a landmark on its corner of Peckingham Street and Hagley Street. Dancers began life as a boot shop back in 1880 - has become synonymous with the High Street in Halesowen. It was founded by John Dancer in 1880 in Lye.

In May 1884 John and his wife Sarah moved to Halesowen, where he continued to be a part of the local community,...



Helen Attwood.