BATLEY and Spen MP Kim Leadbeater recently joined in with a dancing session – which included 100-year-old Hilda Brice. 

Ms Leadbeater participated in the Cleckheaton Sequence and Ballroom Dancing session, which regularly draw around 50 people at Cleckheaton Town Hall.

Hilda, from Scholes, is the oldest of the regulars, whose ages range from 60-something to in their 80s, 90s and beyond.

Many use dance to keep fit and healthy, as well as a way of staying in touch with friends. 

Kim, who was invited by organiser Dee Newsome, said she was delighted to take part. 

“It was great fun to be whizzed around the floor, and inspiring to see someone like Hilda, who showed me how it was done,” she said.

“It was my absolute pleasure to join in, and to witness the energy and enjoyment.

“I’d like to thank Dee for the invitation, and the dancers for their warm welcome.”