This is one of the branches that got closed down when Halifax ate Bank of Scotland and became HBOS.
Oddly enough, the selling agency doesn’t admit it used to be a bank: the place is described as “The premises comprise a multi windowed retail unit arranged over the ground and basement floors of a three storey and attic stone built building under a pitched and slated roof. There is also a return frontage on to Coburg Street.”
It’s been closed down and for sale for some time: the paint on the outer walls is battered. Who would buy a bank?
It is really sad what’s happening in town … lots of old buildings falling into disrepair and neglect. Was in town on Friday on a bus going to Surgeon’s Hall and was shocked by the state of some of the shops and buildings … I usually drive through and you don’t have the same time to see things. Excellent composition and image!
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Gorgeous shot & beautiful building.
It is really sad what’s happening in town … lots of old buildings falling into disrepair and neglect. Was in town on Friday on a bus going to Surgeon’s Hall and was shocked by the state of some of the shops and buildings … I usually drive through and you don’t have the same time to see things.
Excellent composition and image!