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Whitby plans permanent banking hub in former bank building

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 13 Nov, 13:02 · Archive

Whitby plans to convert a former Virgin Money branch into a permanent community banking hub after losing its last traditional bank branch.

Plans to convert Whitby's former Virgin Money branch into a permanent community banking hub have advanced. The scheme would see the ground floor of the building at 72-74 Baxtergate transformed into a Cash Access UK banking hub, providing face-to-face banking services. The building has long been associated with banking, having previously operated as both a Yorkshire Bank and Virgin Money branch.

The proposal includes a replacement shopfront, new signage, a replacement ATM in the same position as the former Virgin Money cash machine, accessibility improvements and upgraded internal systems. According to plans, 'the proposed alterations represent a sensitive and justified intervention to ensure Whitby and nearby settlements have access to banking facilities'.

The banking hub is intended to become the permanent successor to a temporary facility that opened on Church Street in March 2025 after Whitby lost its last traditional bank branch. The building dates from 1888, with upper floors retaining decorative red brickwork and sandstone detailing that contribute to Whitby's conservation area character. The proposed shopfront would use dark grey framing and non-illuminated heritage-style signage to reflect the historic character of the area.

Whitby plans permanent banking hub in former bank building
Image: Gazette & Herald (Malton)

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