A DEVOTED dance enthusiast has launched a new business to coincide with the busy dance festival and competition season.

Kerry Archer, 29, has opened a specialist dance shop Dance Zone on Sheffield Road, selling outfits, shoes and accessories for young dancers of all styles including ballet, tap, modern jazz, street dance and cheerleading, as well as gymnastics.

Barnsley has more than 25 dance schools which enter a range of competitions throughout the region, during a hectic dancing season. 

** The full story appears in the Barnsley Chronicle newspaper, dated April 3. **