Events and venues news
Remembering our missing colleagues on Workers’ Memorial Day
Published on Tuesday, 16th April 2024Trade unions in Hartlepool are inviting the local community to join in a special remembrance event in the town on International Workers’ Memorial Day.
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Groundbreaking Hartlepool images will be preserved in the town
Published on Monday, 15th April 2024An exhibition of photographs by renowned British photographer John Bulmer has broken all recent visitor records at Hartlepool Art Gallery – and now those images have found a permanent home there.
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Lots of opportunities at Elephant Rock
Published on Monday, 15th April 2024Organisations, community groups and businesses are being offered exciting opportunities to get involved with Hartlepool’s prime outdoor event and performance space.
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Welcome back, Hartlepool Restaurant Week!
Published on Friday, 19th January 2024Hartlepool Restaurant Week is back later this month by popular demand with lots of sizzling offers to blow the winter blues away!
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Join us to learn and remember on Holocaust Memorial Day
Published on Friday, 19th January 2024People of all ages are invited to share in a poignant day-long programme of events on Saturday 27th January to mark Holocaust Memorial Day.
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Join Ceremonial Mayor at Civic Service
Published on Tuesday, 16th January 2024The Ceremonial Mayor of Hartlepool, Councillor Shane Moore, is inviting people to join him at his Civic Service.
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Sixties Hartlepool through the lens of international photographer John Bulmer
Published on Tuesday, 9th January 2024Photographs by renowned British photographer John Bulmer capturing the fortitude of Hartlepool people during the hardship of the 1960s will receive their first-ever showing in the town in a major exhibition of his work.
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Join us for Hartlepool Restaurant Week
Published on Monday, 11th December 2023Restaurants, cafes and pubs in Hartlepool are being invited to take part in the next Hartlepool Restaurant Week when it makes a welcome return in the New Year.
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Act fast if you want to be first to see our spectacular family Christmas panto!
Published on Friday, 8th December 2023There's now just a couple of days to go until the start of Hartlepool’s fabulous family Christmas pantomime Peter Pan and the Lost Boys.
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Celebrate Christmas with the Ceremonial Mayor
Published on Monday, 4th December 2023The Ceremonial Mayor of Hartlepool is inviting people to celebrate Christmas with him at his Civic Carol Service.
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Work begins on Highlight
Published on Monday, 27th November 2023Work has officially started on Hartlepool’s new multi-million pound flagship attraction Highlight, marking another major milestone in its development.
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Join us for the Hartlepool Christmas Lights Switch-On!
Published on Friday, 24th November 2023There’s a fun-packed evening in store for all the family when Hartlepool gets the festive season well and truly under way with its Christmas Lights Switch-On.
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Don’t miss this Black Friday offer on Christmas panto tickets!
Published on Monday, 20th November 2023Families can snap up a magical Black Friday discount on tickets for this year’s fabulous Hartlepool Christmas pantomime.
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Make a date for Hartlepool’s Fireworks Spectacular!
Published on Tuesday, 24th October 2023There’s a fun-packed afternoon in store for all the family at Hartlepool’s Fireworks Spectacular at Seaton Carew on Sunday 5th November.
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Hartlepool Restaurant Week is coming back!
Published on Friday, 6th October 2023Hartlepool Restaurant Week returns by popular demand for a fourth time later this month and there are lots more tasty offers to look forward to.
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A sparkling cast of family favourites at Hartlepool’s Christmas panto
Published on Thursday, 3rd August 2023Have you got your tickets yet for Hartlepool’s spectacular, fun-packed Christmas family pantomime, Peter Pan and the Lost Boys?
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Leading illustrator captures Hartlepool’s folklore as you’ve never seen it before
Published on Wednesday, 14th June 2023A nationally-renowned illustrator’s take on aspects of historic Hartlepool folklore will be displayed in a unique exhibition to coincide with the town hosting the Tall Ships Races this summer.
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Get crafty at workshops!
Published on Thursday, 8th June 2023Join local artist Diane Watson at a series of craft workshops where you will learn how to re-purpose plastic bottles into decorative flowers which will be used to create a piece of artwork for The Tall Ships Races Hartlepool 2023 from 6th-9th July.
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Remembering our missing colleagues on Workers’ Memorial Day
Published on Tuesday, 18th April 2023Trade unions in Hartlepool are inviting the local community to join in a special remembrance event in the town on Workers’ Memorial Day.
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Major music acts confirmed for Tall Ships event
Published on Thursday, 13th April 2023A world-famous race is coming to the Tees Valley – along with some household-name music and four days of free family fun.
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Sustainability at heart of Tall Ships 2023
Published on Thursday, 6th April 2023Hundreds of thousands of visitors will descend upon Hartlepool this summer when the town hosts the world famous Tall Ships Races, and organisers are determined that the event will be as sustainable and environmentally-friendly as possible.
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The PFC Trust marks Tall Ships partnership by handing grants to 22 Sail Trainees
Published on Friday, 31st March 2023Hartlepool-based charity the PFC Trust is showing its support for Tall Ships 2023 as part of an agreement that will see the world class event leave a legacy to the town.
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X-energy to sponsor Tall Ships Races Hartlepool
Published on Monday, 27th March 2023Hartlepool has been backed to be a “fantastic host” of The Tall Ships Races 2023 by a feature sponsor of the event with big intentions to play an key part in the local community for the long term.
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Hartlepool students’ collaboration with leading photographer sets out to tour the town
Published on Monday, 20th March 2023A fascinating exhibition of photographs capturing the contemporary character of Hartlepool will be touring the town this week.
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Join Mayor for evening of fundraising fun
Published on Thursday, 16th March 2023Hartlepool’s Ceremonial Mayor is inviting people to join him at a charity race night and help raise vital funds for local charities.
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Students’ tribute to Queen Elizabeth II will grow through the generations
Published on Tuesday, 14th March 2023Pupils from Hartlepool primary, secondary and special schools have been creating their own very special and lasting tribute to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
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Tall Ships business sponsorship and hospitality packages launched
Published on Tuesday, 21st February 2023Businesses of all sizes are being invited to get involved in Tall Ships Hartlepool 2023 by signing up for sponsorship and corporate hospitality packages
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Treat your youngsters to the magic of Ugly Duckling
Published on Monday, 20th February 2023There’s a mesmerising afternoon in store for children and families when Northern Ballet brings its highly-acclaimed ‘Ugly Duckling’ to Hartlepool Town Hall Theatre on Tuesday 28th February.
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Peter Pan and the Lost Boys unveiled as Hartlepool Town Hall Theatre’s 2023 Christmas panto - snap up an early bird discount!
Published on Friday, 10th February 2023Hartlepool Town Hall is delighted to announce timeless family favourite Peter Pan and the Lost Boys as its 2023 Christmas pantomime.
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Community groups urged to bid for Lottery cash for Coronation events
Published on Thursday, 9th February 2023Community groups in Hartlepool are being urged to apply for funding from the National Lottery to help them celebrate the Coronation of His Majesty the King.
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Stories From The Sea heralds new era for Museum
Published on Wednesday, 8th February 2023The Museum of Hartlepool is set to reach out to a broader range of local residents thanks to funding obtained by Hartlepool Borough Council.
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Mayor officially opens new Hartlepool history centre
Published on Tuesday, 7th February 2023Hartlepool’s new Local and Family History Centre has received the civic seal of approval with an official opening from the town’s Ceremonial Mayor.
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Come and join us at Tall Ships 2023
Published on Friday, 3rd February 2023Applications are now invited from businesses wishing to get involved in The Tall Ships Races 2023 in Hartlepool.
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Celebrating the success of Elephant Rock
Published on Thursday, 26th January 2023Council officials, councillors and contractors have come together on site to celebrate the success of a Hartlepool outdoor events space in winning a series of prestigious awards.
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Join us to heed the lessons of Holocaust Memorial Day
Published on Monday, 23rd January 2023People of all ages are invited to share in a poignant day-long programme of online events on Friday 27th January to mark Holocaust Memorial Day.
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Discover our precious ancient woodland in new exhibition
Published on Friday, 20th January 2023People are invited to step into the magical world of ancient woodland as seen through the eyes of renowned landscape artist Lionel Playford in a new exhibition in Hartlepool.
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Get set for the third Hartlepool Restaurant Week!
Published on Wednesday, 18th January 2023It’s coming back! Hartlepool Restaurant Week returns by popular demand for a third time later this month and there are lots more tasty offers to look forward to.
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Waltz along to new social dance sessions
Published on Wednesday, 11th January 2023People who enjoy a spot of dancing won’t want to miss the new weekly Social Dance session at Hartlepool’s Community Hub South in Wynyard Road.
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Drop in to find out more about Hartlepool Tall Ships sail trainee and volunteer opportunities
Published on Monday, 9th January 2023People are invited to make tracks to a special information event this week if they are interested in being a Sail Trainee or a Volunteer when the world famous Tall Ships visit Hartlepool in July.
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Still time to climb the beanstalk for panto magic!
Published on Monday, 19th December 2022Hartlepool’s Christmas pantomime is shaping up to be a soaraway success – and there’s still time to snap up tickets.
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Augmented reality trail offers free family Christmas fun
Published on Friday, 9th December 2022A free Christmas story trail using augmented reality technology is offering families across Hartlepool a whole host of festive fun.
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Narnia experience casts an enchanting spell
Published on Wednesday, 7th December 2022Staff and day service users transformed Hartlepool’s Centre for Independent Living into the magical kingdom of Narnia for their Christmas Fair – and raised a whopping £1,400 towards future events and activities for the community!
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Hartlepool Restaurant Week to return again
Published on Wednesday, 30th November 2022Restaurants, cafes and pubs in Hartlepool are being invited to take part in the third Hartlepool Restaurant Week.
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It’s not just the beanstalk that’s green!
Published on Monday, 28th November 2022A dazzling theatrical show coming to Hartlepool in December is leading the way with its green, eco-friendly credentials.
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Elephant Rock wins a series of prestigious awards
Published on Friday, 25th November 2022Celebrations are underway after Hartlepool’s Elephant Rock was crowned the national winner of the Value award at the Constructing Excellence Awards 2022.
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Celebrate Christmas with the Ceremonial Mayor
Published on Friday, 25th November 2022People are invited to celebrate the festive season with the Ceremonial Mayor of Hartlepool at his Civic Carol Service.
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Hartlepool Art Club marks major milestone with its 75th annual exhibition
Published on Friday, 18th November 2022Hartlepool Art Club celebrates a major milestone when its 75th annual exhibition opens at Hartlepool Art Gallery this weekend.
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Wanted – 100 young people from Hartlepool for the Tall Ships voyage of a lifetime!
Published on Wednesday, 16th November 2022As Hartlepool looks forward to hosting the world famous Tall Ships in 2023, the call has gone out for 100 young people aged 15-24 to represent the town in next year’s Tall Ships Races.
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More ships signing up for Tall Ships Hartlepool 2023
Published on Wednesday, 2nd November 2022With less than a year to go until the world-famous Tall Ships’ Race returns to Hartlepool in July 2023, we’re delighted to see the 20th ship sign up to next year’s race.
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Free high-tech Halloween adventure for Hartlepool families
Published on Thursday, 27th October 2022A new augmented reality Halloween story trail is to be launched in Hartlepool, offering families across the town a whole host of free fun.
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Join the Mayor for a fun night out
Published on Tuesday, 25th October 2022The Ceremonial Mayor of Hartlepool Councillor Brian Cowie is inviting people to join him for a social evening with live music.
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Newly-acquired artwork inspires local photographers
Published on Monday, 24th October 2022Hartlepool Borough Council has successfully secured funding to purchase a significant painting by an award-winning North East artist.
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Welcome back to our fireworks spectacular!
Published on Friday, 21st October 2022There’s a dazzling, fun-packed evening in store for all the family when Hartlepool’s Fireworks Spectacular at Seaton Carew returns, having not being held since 2019 due to the pandemic.
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Hartlepool Restaurant Week is back!
Published on Wednesday, 12th October 2022There’s a welcome boost for hospitality businesses and diners alike as Hartlepool Restaurant Week returns with some fabulously tasty offers.
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Official opening of new Summerhill cycle track
Published on Monday, 10th October 2022A day of fun activities is to be held to mark the official launch of the new cycle track at Summerhill Country Park in Hartlepool.
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Don’t miss our fairy tale Christmas panto!
Published on Wednesday, 21st September 2022There’s a spellbinding treat ahead with Hartlepool’s Christmas pantomime – and tickets are on sale now!
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Venues invited to support second Hartlepool Restaurant Week
Published on Wednesday, 21st September 2022Following the success of the first-ever Hartlepool Restaurant Week at the start of the year, restaurants, cafes and pubs in the borough are being invited to take part in a second run of the popular promotion in October.
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Fun for all the family at Elephant Rock
Published on Tuesday, 6th September 2022There’s a fun-packed programme of FREE events for all the family to enjoy this autumn at Elephant Rock, the restored events space on Hartlepool’s Headland.
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Council to mark Merchant Navy Day
Published on Wednesday, 31st August 2022Hartlepool Borough Council will show its support for seafarers by flying the Red Ensign to mark Merchant Navy Day.
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An evening of top class entertainment from Hartlepool’s young musicians
Published on Tuesday, 30th August 2022There’s a treat in store for music lovers on Saturday 10th September when some of Hartlepool’s most talented young musicians will be showcased in a concert in the Town Hall Theatre.
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Snap up a bumper Blue Light discount on summer panto tickets
Published on Thursday, 18th August 2022This year’s fabulous summer pantomimes are starting at Hartlepool Town Hall Theatre and if you’re a Blue Light Card holder (a member of the emergency services, NHS or Armed Forces) you can now snap up a special 20% discount!
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Make a date for Hartlepool Horticultural Show
Published on Monday, 8th August 2022There’s a blooming marvellous time in store for all the family at Hartlepool Horticultural Show.
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Summer at Seaton returns this August!
Published on Monday, 8th August 2022There’s lots of free fun for families to look forward to at Seaton Carew later this month.
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Thousands flocked to Hartlepool’s flagship summer event
Published on Thursday, 4th August 2022This year’s Hartlepool Waterfront Festival has been hailed a sizzling summer success.
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Follow the Yellow Brick Road to Hartlepool’s fabulous summer pantos!
Published on Saturday, 23rd July 2022A magical new outdoor art installation has appeared outside one of Hartlepool’s most beloved buildings.
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Appeal for Big Lime triathlon marshals
Published on Thursday, 21st July 2022Volunteer marshals are being asked to come forward to ensure the smooth running of Hartlepool’s Big Lime Weekend.
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Maritime exhibition comes to Hartlepool ahead of the Tall Ships
Published on Tuesday, 19th July 2022A new exhibition which celebrates Hartlepool’s stunning maritime art collection is opening in the town.
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Celebrate one year to Tall Ships 2023 with fun family trail
Published on Thursday, 7th July 2022Families across Hartlepool are being invited to help celebrate one year to go to Tall Ships 2023 by completing a fun “Ship in a Shop” trail.
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Tall Ships Hartlepool 2023 – how you can get involved
Published on Thursday, 7th July 2022With the prestigious Tall Ships Hartlepool 2023 now just one year away, officials are keen to ensure that local people and businesses know how they can get involved.
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Tall Ships Hartlepool 2023 – one year to go!
Published on Wednesday, 6th July 2022The countdown to Tall Ships Hartlepool 2023 has reached a major new milestone, with the event now exactly 12 months away.
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Success continues for Hartlepool events space
Published on Monday, 20th June 2022Elephant Rock, the restored outdoor events space on Hartlepool’s historic Headland, has won another top prestigious award.
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Delightful new dance show for children heads to Hartlepool
Published on Tuesday, 31st May 2022An inspiring new dance production that encourages children to be brave in the face of uncertainty is coming to Hartlepool this summer.
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Tenant sought for Summerhill café
Published on Tuesday, 31st May 2022Council officials are seeking a new operator for the café at Summerhill Country Park in Hartlepool.
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Location revealed for stunning replica of planet Earth
Published on Monday, 30th May 2022The location has been revealed for a world-class attraction coming to Hartlepool this summer.
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Remembering Hartlepool’s royal celebrations
Published on Monday, 23rd May 2022There will be a fascinating look back at how Hartlepool celebrated royal events during The Queen’s reign in a special Platinum Jubilee exhibition at Community Hub Central in York Road.
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Photography exhibition documents how national historic events have shaped the North East
Published on Monday, 16th May 2022A fascinating new exhibition documenting the changes to the social, demographic and political landscapes of the last 35 years has opened in Hartlepool.
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It’s now even easier to contribute your memories and photos to special Jubilee exhibition
Published on Monday, 9th May 2022People in Hartlepool wanting to contribute their recollections and photographs for a special upcoming exhibition for The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee can now do so online.
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Waterfront Festival Associate Artists announced
Published on Monday, 9th May 2022Creatives behind Hartlepool Waterfront Festival have launched an artist development network that will see them working in partnership with a number of emerging local artists in a bid to drive positive change in the community arts sector.
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Join us for a very special tea party
Published on Wednesday, 4th May 2022Young people in Hartlepool are inviting people of all ages to a fun event to celebrate both The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee and community and diversity.
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Remembering our missing colleagues on Workers’ Memorial Day
Published on Wednesday, 20th April 2022Trade unions in Hartlepool are inviting the local community to join in a special remembrance event in the town on Workers’ Memorial Day.
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Save the date for this year’s Hartlepool Waterfront Festival
Published on Wednesday, 20th April 2022The dates have been announced for this year’s flagship summer event in Hartlepool.
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Hartlepool events space wins prestigious award
Published on Wednesday, 13th April 2022Elephant Rock, the restored outdoor events space on Hartlepool’s historic Headland, has won a top award.
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Grants available to help with Platinum Jubilee community celebrations
Published on Monday, 11th April 2022Applications are now open for grants from Hartlepool Borough Council to help groups organise community celebrations over HM The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Weekend from Thursday 2nd to Sunday 5th June.
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Share your memories and mementoes of Hartlepool’s royal celebrations
Published on Tuesday, 5th April 2022As the country celebrates The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee year, people in Hartlepool are being invited to share their own memories and mementoes of how the town celebrated Her Majesty’s Coronation and subsequent royal events.
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Family learning fun for Easter and Eid
Published on Wednesday, 30th March 2022There’s an exciting programme of fun, free learning activities for children and families in Hartlepool to mark Easter and Eid.
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Pinocchio heralds reopening of Town Hall Theatre
Published on Friday, 18th March 2022Hartlepool Town Hall Theatre will open its doors to theatregoers for the first time in over two years this April.
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Celebrating Commonwealth Day
Published on Monday, 14th March 2022Today is Commonwealth Day, when we celebrate more than 70 years of the Commonwealth family of nations and how they are working together to achieve their shared goals.
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Students work alongside world-class female photographer in celebration of International Women’s Day
Published on Tuesday, 8th March 2022To celebrate International Women’s Day, students from the Northern School of Art were given a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity this month to work alongside an iconic female artist-photographer as part of an exciting new project.
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Elephant Rock short-listed for top award
Published on Wednesday, 9th February 2022Elephant Rock, the restored outdoor events space on Hartlepool’s Headland, has been shortlisted for a top award.
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Step back in time to 1930s Paris by night
Published on Monday, 31st January 2022You’re invited to step back in time to 1930s Paris nightlife when North East-based company Rendez-Vous dance brings its new production The Monocle to Hartlepool.
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Make it a day to learn and remember
Published on Tuesday, 25th January 2022People of all ages are invited to share in a moving day-long programme of online events this Thursday 27th January to mark Holocaust Memorial Day.
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Simon Bartram exhibition heads to Hartlepool
Published on Friday, 7th January 2022A North East artist and award-winning children’s author is bringing his first solo exhibition to Hartlepool later this month.
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Join the Mayor for a Burns Night celebration
Published on Friday, 7th January 2022The Ceremonial Mayor of Hartlepool Councillor Brenda Loynes is inviting people to join her for a traditional Burns Night supper.
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Show-stopping photography exhibition to open at Hartlepool Art Gallery
Published on Wednesday, 22nd December 2021Hartlepool Art Gallery is set to stage a major retrospective on the illustrious artist-photographer Alice Hawkins, known for her glamorous pictures of some of the world’s most famous cultural icons.
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Festive fun at the Family Learning Festival
Published on Monday, 13th December 2021If you’re looking to keep your youngsters entertained this festive season, make a date for the Hartlepool Learning and Skills Service Christmas Family Learning Festival.
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Celebrate Christmas with the Ceremonial Mayor
Published on Thursday, 9th December 2021People are invited to celebrate the festive season with the Ceremonial Mayor of Hartlepool Councillor Brenda Loynes at her Civic Carol Service.
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NHS heroes to be celebrated at Hartlepool Christmas Light Switch-On
Published on Thursday, 2nd December 2021A group of inspirational NHS heroes who helped in the fight against COVID-19 will have the honour of turning on Hartlepool’s Christmas lights in an evening filled with festive entertainment.
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Gifts galore at the Christmas Craft Fayre
Published on Tuesday, 30th November 2021If you’re searching for some unusual festive gift ideas, make tracks to the Christmas Craft Fayre in Hartlepool Art Gallery in Church Square on Saturday 4th December from 10am to 3pm.
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Black Friday offer on panto tickets
Published on Wednesday, 24th November 2021Families are invited to take advantage of a special Black Friday discount when booking their seats to this year’s Christmas pantomime at Hartlepool Borough Hall.
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Call for hospitality venues to support Hartlepool Restaurant Week
Published on Monday, 15th November 2021Restaurants, cafes and pubs in Hartlepool are being invited to take part in a special ‘Hartlepool Restaurant Week’ at the end of January to promote and celebrate the town’s eateries.
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Men - is it time to talk?
Published on Wednesday, 10th November 2021Hartlepool’s voluntary and community sector are coming together in a special event to stand shoulder to shoulder with men who need some support with their mental health.
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CBBC star tops the bill in Hartlepool Christmas panto
Published on Wednesday, 10th November 2021CBBC’s Joe Tasker will head a sparkling cast when the enchanting family pantomime Cinderella comes to Hartlepool’s Borough Hall this Christmas.
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Join the Mayor for a nostalgic night out
Published on Monday, 8th November 2021The Ceremonial Mayor of Hartlepool Councillor Brenda Loynes is inviting people to join her for a social evening featuring songs from the 60s, 70s and 80s.
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Make a date for Hartlepool Art Club’s annual exhibition
Published on Thursday, 4th November 2021A popular exhibition which showcases the work of talented artists from one of the largest art clubs in the North-East opens in Hartlepool later this month.
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Don’t miss our fairy-tale Christmas panto
Published on Thursday, 7th October 2021There’s a spellbinding treat ahead with Hartlepool’s Christmas pantomime - and tickets are on sale now!
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A feast for the eye at Festival of Illustration graduate show
Published on Monday, 27th September 2021The award-winning Northern Festival of Illustration has once again returned to Hartlepool Art Gallery with a new exhibition celebrating the diverse work of illustration graduates.
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Shaun Ryder’s Black Grape to headline Borough Hall Live
Published on Wednesday, 22nd September 2021The first wave of tickets are now on sale for a popular music festival returning to Hartlepool next month.
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Summer at Seaton - give us your views
Published on Wednesday, 8th September 2021If you joined us during any of the Summer at Seaton events and activities between Saturday July 24th and Saturday 28th August, we would like to hear from you.
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Council marks Merchant Navy Day
Published on Thursday, 2nd September 2021Hartlepool Borough Council has shown its support for seafarers by flying the Red Ensign to mark Merchant Navy Day today.
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An evening of top class entertainment from Hartlepool’s young musicians
Published on Tuesday, 31st August 2021There’s a treat in store for music lovers on Saturday 11th September when some of Hartlepool’s most talented young musicians will be showcased in a concert in the town’s Borough Hall.
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Extra opportunity for COVID heroes to get free tickets to Hartlepool summer panto
Published on Thursday, 19th August 2021Local COVID heroes in Hartlepool are now being given an extra opportunity to receive free tickets to the town’s summer pantomime Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.
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Triathlon road closures
Published on Friday, 13th August 2021A series of road closures will be in place on Saturday and Sunday for the Hartlepool Big Lime Weekend.
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A chance to reflect at renowned artwork In Memoriam
Published on Wednesday, 11th August 2021Seaton Carew Park will host Luke Jerram’s internationally renowned touring artwork In Memoriam to provide an opportunity for the residents of Hartlepool and beyond to reflect on the last 17 months.
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Be prepared to go back in time
Published on Tuesday, 10th August 2021Families in Hartlepool are being invited to take part in a range of fun, creative workshops with a historical twist taking place on Sunday 15th and 22nd August 2021 at No.9 Church Street.
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Countdown begins for the Hartlepool Waterfront Festival
Published on Friday, 6th August 2021With just three weeks to go before the return of one of the biggest events in the Tees Valley, organisers have announced its most vibrant programme yet!
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Appeal for triathlon marshals
Published on Thursday, 5th August 2021VOLUNTEER marshals are being asked to come forward to ensure the smooth running of Hartlepool’s Big Lime Weekend.
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History detectives!
Published on Wednesday, 4th August 2021Families in Hartlepool are being invited to take part in a fun summer holiday activity with a historical twist.
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A blooming lovely weekend for everyone
Published on Monday, 2nd August 2021One of the biggest and brightest events in Hartlepool’s calendar is taking place this month.
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COVID heroes offered complimentary tickets to Hartlepool summer panto
Published on Monday, 2nd August 2021People of Hartlepool are being encouraged to nominate ‘local COVID heroes’ who will be rewarded with complimentary tickets to this summer’s pantomime extraordinaire, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.
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Mayor officially opens Hartlepool Carnival
Published on Thursday, 29th July 2021The 98th Hartlepool Carnival is underway after being officially opened by the town’s Mayor Councillor Brenda Loynes.
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Hartlepool Waterfront Festival is REBORN
Published on Friday, 23rd July 2021The Hartlepool Waterfront Festival will make its highly-anticipated return next month with its boldest programme yet.
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Enjoy a fun-filled family summer at Seaton
Published on Thursday, 22nd July 2021Join us over the next six weekends at Seaton Carew for a whole host of family fun.
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Adults-only panto frolics as Dick Whittington heads to Hartlepool
Published on Friday, 21st May 2021The heat is rising this summer as adult pantomime Dick Whittington – Adults Only! comes to Hartlepool Borough Hall.
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Make a date for all the family for our summer Snow White panto
Published on Thursday, 20th May 2021The magic and fun of a much-loved fairy tale is coming to Hartlepool Borough Hall as it hosts our first-ever SUMMER family pantomime!
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‘Little Waterfronts’ programme announced and miniature live performances return
Published on Wednesday, 19th May 2021A series of weird and wonderful ‘Little Waterfronts’ will pop up across Hartlepool this June, as live performance returns to Hartlepool, ahead of the town’s annual flagship event.
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Surf culture exhibition washes up in Hartlepool
Published on Friday, 14th May 2021An exhibition exploring the untold stories of members of a close-knit Outer Hebrides surfing community will go on show when Hartlepool Art Gallery reopens on Tuesday (May 18th) following the easing of COVID restrictions.
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Remembering our missing colleagues on Workers’ Memorial Day
Published on Sunday, 25th April 2021Trade unions in Hartlepool are urging people to remember fallen colleagues – including those who have died around the world in the fight against COVID-19 - on international Workers’ Memorial Day on Wednesday 28th April.
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Council's sadness following the death of HRH The Duke of Edinburgh
Published on Friday, 9th April 2021Hartlepool Borough Council has expressed its sadness following the announcement of the death of HRH The Duke of Edinburgh.
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New traders encouraged to ‘give it a go’ as Thursday Market gets set to return
Published on Tuesday, 6th April 2021New traders are being encouraged to join Hartlepool’s Thursday Market when it returns following the national lockdown.
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Join us to celebrate International Women’s Day
Published on Friday, 5th March 2021People in Hartlepool are invited to enjoy a number of online events on Monday 8th March to mark International Women’s Day.
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Be the light in the darkness
Published on Thursday, 21st January 2021People of all ages are invited to share in a moving, thought-provoking and inspiring day-long programme of events on Wednesday 27th January to commemorate Holocaust Memorial Day.
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Make a date for some Christmas cheer!
Published on Tuesday, 1st December 2020Cultural Services staff at Hartlepool Borough Council have teamed up with local musicians and performers to bring some much-needed Christmas cheer to residents with the launch of a Virtual Advent Calendar.
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Enjoy Bonfire Night alternative – but please follow the rules
Published on Wednesday, 4th November 2020Residents of Hartlepool are being urged to safely enjoy an alternative Bonfire Night event by ensuring that they comply with COVID-19 restrictions at all times.
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Hartlepool skies to be lit up in display of solace
Published on Friday, 30th October 2020Six beams of light will illuminate the sky over Hartlepool this Bonfire Night as a subtle alternative to the town’s annual fireworks display which has been cancelled due to the current COVID-19 restrictions.
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Celebrate Halloween differently and help save lives, families urged
Published on Tuesday, 27th October 2020Families across Hartlepool are being urged to celebrate Halloween differently this year as cases of COVID-19 in the town continue to rise.
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Parks retain prestigious quality awards
Published on Wednesday, 21st October 2020Two parks in Hartlepool have again retained a prestigious international quality award which recognises open spaces meeting the highest possible standards.
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Artists unveil new illustration of Hartlepool landmark
Published on Thursday, 1st October 2020Two local artists have launched their latest artwork depicting one of Hartlepool’s most iconic landmarks.
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Feeding seabirds protected by postponement of restoration scheme
Published on Monday, 21st September 2020The commencement of restoration work on a historic Hartlepool landmark has been postponed by six months in a bid to protect internationally-important seabirds that feed nearby.
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Celebrating 100 Years of Art and Culture in Hartlepool
Published on Friday, 18th September 2020An exciting new exhibition which celebrates 100 years of Hartlepool’s art, culture and history is opening in town this month.
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Outdoor market to re-open this week
Published on Monday, 14th September 2020Hartlepool’s weekly outdoor market is to re-open on Thursday with a number of COVID-19 safety measures in place.
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Hartlepool will pay its tribute on VJ Day anniversary
Published on Friday, 14th August 2020Hartlepool will join with the rest of the nation to celebrate the 75th anniversary of VJ (Victory over Japan) Day - on Saturday 15 August.
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Share your views on Hartlepool Open Market
Published on Friday, 17th July 2020Residents of Hartlepool are being asked to give their views on the town’s weekly open market by completing a short online survey.
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Make the comeback to adventure at Carlton!
Published on Thursday, 16th July 2020A whole host of adventurous summer fun awaits children signing up to a holiday activity programme.
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Play areas, park toilets and car parks to re-open
Published on Thursday, 2nd July 2020Play areas, park toilets and car parks at a number of locations in Hartlepool are to re-open in a further easing of lockdown restrictions.
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Flying the flag for the Commonwealth
Published on Thursday, 5th March 2020Hartlepool schoolchildren will come together on Monday 9 March to fly the flag for Commonwealth Day.
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Family fun at Easter panto!
Published on Friday, 14th February 2020A renowned North-East pantomime production company is bringing its spectacular show to Hartlepool this Easter, promising fun for the whole family.
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New creative support network to meet for first time
Published on Thursday, 13th February 2020A new creative network which aims to provide support to artists, makers, performers and crafters is being launched in Hartlepool this month.
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The Mayor of Hartlepool welcomes everyone to civic service
Published on Wednesday, 5th February 2020Hartlepool people of all ages are invited to join the Mayor of Hartlepool for a special Civic Service of Morning Worship.
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Free drop-in events returning to Middleton Grange
Published on Friday, 24th January 2020A series of free events aimed at helping parents to support their children returns to Middleton Grange Shopping Centre next week.
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Heart-warming millennial musical comes to Hartlepool
Published on Friday, 24th January 2020An award-winning musical about a gay milennial looking for love is coming to Hartlepool next month.
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Add new string to your bow at archery sessions!
Published on Thursday, 16th January 2020Adults in Hartlepool looking to find a new hobby in 2020 should look no further than joining the archery group at Summerhill.
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Let’s all stand together
Published on Thursday, 16th January 2020People of all ages in Hartlepool are invited to a special event later this month to commemorate Holocaust Memorial Day and celebrate difference and personal freedom.
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Exhibition challenges male dominance in art world
Published on Tuesday, 14th January 2020A ground-breaking exhibition by an emerging artist whose work challenges male dominance in the art world opens in Hartlepool this weekend.
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Join the Mayor for a Burns Night celebration
Published on Wednesday, 8th January 2020The Ceremonial Mayor of Hartlepool Councillor Brenda Loynes is inviting people to join her for a traditional Burns Night supper.
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Extra panto date added
Published on Friday, 6th December 2019With just days to go before the curtain rises on Hartlepool's Christmas pantomime, an extra date has been announced due to popular demand.
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Take advantage of discount panto tickets offer
Published on Wednesday, 27th November 2019Families who book their seats at the weekend for this year's Hartlepool Town Hall Theatre pantomime will be able to take advantage of a special offer.
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Celebrate Christmas in style with East 17
Published on Monday, 25th November 2019One of the most popular bands of their generation, East 17 will be celebrating the festive season in style when they host a huge Christmas party in Hartlepool.
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Community champions to be celebrated at Hartlepool’s Christmas lights switch-on
Published on Thursday, 21st November 2019Five inspirational community champions are set to switch on Hartlepool’s Christmas lights in a jam-packed evening of fun.
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Have a wizard time at Carlton Adventure
Published on Wednesday, 6th November 2019A spellbinding time is in store for children when Carlton Adventure hosts a wizards' story-telling day.
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We will remember them
Published on Tuesday, 5th November 2019Two Hartlepool Borough Council-organised Remembrance Sunday services will be held in Hartlepool to remember the sacrifices made by the town’s service men and women.
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Jack the Ripper's victims share their stories in powerful new production
Published on Monday, 14th October 2019Crime enthusiasts are invited to attend a theatre show about the victims of one of the most notorious serial killers of all time this November.
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Blast off for Fireworks Night!
Published on Wednesday, 9th October 2019Chart a course to Seaton Carew on Tuesday 5 November for Hartlepool’s annual fireworks spectacular which will definitely be out of this world.
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Happy Birthday HMS Trincomalee!
Published on Monday, 7th October 2019Happy Birthday to HMS Trincomalee - Britain’s oldest warship still afloat! She will be 202 years old on 12th October 2019.
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Christmas sales opportunity for local craftspeople
Published on Friday, 4th October 2019Local craftspeople from Hartlepool and the Tees Valley area are being offered an opportunity to sell their wares within the Hartlepool Art Gallery Christmas shop.
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Share your memories of Church Street area
Published on Friday, 4th October 2019People are being invited to share their memories of a historic part of Hartlepool at a special nostalgia drop-in event.
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Halloween fun at Carlton adventure
Published on Friday, 4th October 2019There's a whole host of Halloween fun lined up for later this month when Carlton Adventure stages a special activity day.
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Magical children's show heads to Hartlepool
Published on Wednesday, 2nd October 2019One of the UK's leading male contemporary dance companies is bringing its spectacular theatre show What The Moon Saw to Hartlepool later this month.
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One-day anniversary offer on panto tickets
Published on Wednesday, 2nd October 2019Families are being urged to take advantage of a one-day special offer when booking their seats for this year's pantomime Beauty and the Beast at Hartlepool Town Hall Theatre.
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Join the Mayor for quiz night fun
Published on Monday, 16th September 2019The Ceremonial Mayor of Hartlepool Councillor Brenda Loynes is inviting people to put their general knowledge to the test in a fun-packed Quiz Night.
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Grab your goggles ready for return of Hartlepool Steampunk Festival
Published on Friday, 13th September 2019There’s fun and frolics in store for the whole family when the Hartlepool Steampunk Festival returns this October for the second year running.
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Council to mark Merchant Navy Day
Published on Monday, 2nd September 2019Hartlepool Borough Council will show its support for seafarers by flying the Red Ensign to mark Merchant Navy Day.
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Take advantage of early bird panto tickets offer
Published on Tuesday, 27th August 2019Families are being urged to book their seats for this year's Christmas panto at Hartlepool Town Hall Theatre by taking advantage of an early bird offer.
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Join the Mayor for an evening of swing
Published on Thursday, 22nd August 2019The Ceremonial Mayor of Hartlepool Councillor Brenda Loynes is inviting people to join her for a nostalgic night of ‘Rat Pack’ era music in ‘An Evening of Swing.’
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Glorious green-fingered fun at Hartlepool Show and Horticultural Festival
Published on Thursday, 1st August 2019There’s a blooming marvellous time in store for all the family at this year’s Hartlepool Show and Horticultural Festival.
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Big fun in store at Big Lime Weekend
Published on Friday, 19th July 2019Families in Hartlepool don’t want to miss an exciting weekend of multisport running alongside a jam-packed calendar of fun.
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Take a trip down memory lane!
Published on Thursday, 18th July 2019Do you have fond memories of visiting Carlton Camp as a child?
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Hartlepool Waterfront Festival programme unveiled
Published on Friday, 5th July 2019Anticipation is building ahead of the Hartlepool Waterfront Festival, and with just two weeks to go some key elements of the jam-packed programme have been unveiled.
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Secret songbirds sought to join #LoveHartlepool Community Choir
Published on Wednesday, 3rd July 2019Secret songbirds are being urged to find their voice by joining a community choir being formed to perform at the Hartlepool Waterfront Festival 2019.
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Art gallery welcomes second artist-in-residence
Published on Monday, 1st July 2019Hartlepool Art Gallery is pleased to welcome its second ever artist-in-residence.
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Sponsor of Hartlepool Waterfront Festival unveiled
Published on Thursday, 27th June 2019RACZ group has been announced as the sponsor of this year's Hartlepool Waterfront Festival.
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Fun for all the family on Hartlepool’s Armed Forces Day
Published on Thursday, 27th June 2019There’s a packed programme for all the family to enjoy when Hartlepool shows its pride in its servicemen, women and veterans on Armed Forces Day this Saturday 29 June.
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Free support for families at series of drop-in events
Published on Friday, 21st June 2019A series of free events aimed at helping parents to support their children begins next week.
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Ross Millard (The Futureheads) DJ Set announced for Hartlepool Live in last-minute change
Published on Wednesday, 12th June 2019A last-minute change to the line-up for Hartlepool Live, the town’s new multi-venue music festival, will see a Ross Millard (The Futureheads) DJ Set replace a Reverend and the Makers DJ Set.
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Make a date for Armed Forces Day in Hartlepool
Published on Monday, 10th June 2019People in Hartlepool have an opportunity to turn out and show their pride in our servicemen, women and veterans when the town marks Armed Forces Day on Saturday 29 June.
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Get your Hartlepool Live tickets and avoid disappointment
Published on Friday, 7th June 2019With Hartlepool's biggest live music festival now just days away and set to be a sell-out, people are being urged to buy their tickets as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
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Michael Rice to sing at Hartlepool Waterfront Festival
Published on Wednesday, 29th May 2019Michael Rice, who represented the UK at the 2019 Eurovision Song Contest, is to perform at the Hartlepool Waterfront Festival this summer.
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Play about North-East boxing champion heads to Hartlepool
Published on Thursday, 23rd May 2019An emotionally-charged theatre show based on the real-life story of a North-East world champion boxer is coming to Hartlepool.
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Discover how Hartlepool recovered from the First World War
Published on Tuesday, 21st May 2019There’s an opportunity to find out more about how Hartlepool and other Tees Valley towns marked the end of, and recovered from, the First World War at a special event next week.
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Reverend and the Makers DJ set confirmed for Hartlepool Live
Published on Friday, 17th May 2019A Reverend and the Makers DJ set has been confirmed as the latest addition to an already outstanding line-up at the first ever multi-venue Hartlepool Live music festival.
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Love Hartlepool – Love Eurovision!
Published on Thursday, 9th May 2019Families in Hartlepool are invited to don their wackiest fancy dress and head to a special party to cheer on local singer Michael Rice when he represents the UK in the Eurovision Song Contest.
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Hartlepool songstress to host sensational musical masquerade evening
Published on Thursday, 9th May 2019A show-stopping musical spectacular is coming to Hartlepool this month.
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SOUL TRAIN steams into Hartlepool!
Published on Friday, 26th April 2019A show celebrating all things soul is heading to Hartlepool.
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Take a nostalgic step back in time!
Published on Friday, 26th April 2019There's a chance to roll back the years and recall the heyday of iconic Hartlepool department stores Binns at a special event.
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Hartlepool to host first "Pay What You Decide" arts festival
Published on Thursday, 25th April 2019This year's Hartlepool Waterfront Festival is to be the first ever "Pay What You Decide" arts festival in the country.
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Remembering our missing colleagues
Published on Wednesday, 10th April 2019Trade unions in Hartlepool are urging the local community to join in a special remembrance event in the town on Workers’ Memorial Day.
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Hartlepool Waterfront Festival seeks volunteers
Published on Wednesday, 3rd April 2019The Hartlepool Waterfront Festival will return this summer for a third time and organisers are looking to recruit a team of volunteers to help make it another resounding success.
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Easter holiday fun at Carlton Adventure
Published on Wednesday, 27th March 2019Guarantee an Easter break full of outdoor fun for your children by signing them up to Carlton Adventure's holiday activity programme.
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Paul Smith to headline Hartlepool Live
Published on Monday, 25th March 2019Maximo Park frontman Paul Smith has been announced as the headline act for a new music festival coming to Hartlepool this summer.
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School crews ready for battle at Hip Hop Championships 2019
Published on Wednesday, 20th March 2019Crowds will be wowed with stand-out dance performances when the Hartlepool Hip Hop Championships return next month.
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Sensational Streisand show heads to Hartlepool
Published on Monday, 18th March 2019A breath-taking tribute show recreating the music of the legendary Barbra Streisand is coming to Hartlepool next month.
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Join the Mayor for two great evenings
Published on Friday, 1st March 2019As he toasts the success of his most recent event, the Mayor of Hartlepool Councillor Allan Barclay is inviting people to join him for two more evenings to raise funds for his chosen good causes.
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UK's leading tribute to iconic American duo heading to Hartlepool
Published on Tuesday, 5th February 2019Folk fans are in for a treat when a tribute to one of the most influential music double acts and bestselling groups of the 1960s perform in Hartlepool this March.
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‘Virtual safari’ exhibition heading to Hartlepool
Published on Wednesday, 16th January 2019A wild collection of photographs from the early 1900s are being shown to the public for the first time in an exhibition coming to Hartlepool this month.
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Are you coming to Economic Regeneration and Tourism Forum?
Published on Tuesday, 8th January 2019A meeting of the Hartlepool Economic Regeneration and Tourism Forum will take place next week and companies from across the town are invited to attend.
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Winners of creative First World War-inspired competition announced
Published on Friday, 4th January 2019The winners of two remembrance-themed competitions held at a recent community event have been announced.
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Youngsters strike a festive note in new creative industries centre
Published on Friday, 21st December 2018A new centre to help young people realise their potential in the creative industries has welcomed Christmas in fine style.
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Charity helps replace vandalised picnic bench
Published on Friday, 21st December 2018A charity has donated funds to help replace a picnic bench destroyed in an arson attack at a country park in Hartlepool.
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Lifeguards honoured for daring rescue
Published on Friday, 7th December 2018Two lifeguards have been honoured with a special award following their daring rescue of two people from the sea.
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Gifts galore at the Christmas Craft Fayre
Published on Wednesday, 28th November 2018If you’re searching for some unusual festive gift ideas, make tracks to the Christmas Craft Fayre in Hartlepool Art Gallery in Church Square on Saturday 1st December from 10am to 3pm.
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It’s ‘girl power’ now for Hartlepool’s Christmas light switch-on in new look square
Published on Tuesday, 27th November 2018Five inspirational young Hartlepool women will now be switching on Hartlepool’s Christmas lights.
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Wintertide Festival promises weekend of fun
Published on Wednesday, 21st November 2018The Wintertide Festival takes place for the fourth time on Hartlepool's Headland this weekend (November 23-25) and once again it promises a feast of fun and entertainment for the whole family.
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Black Friday offer on panto tickets
Published on Tuesday, 20th November 2018Families are being invited to take advantage of a Black Friday discount when booking their seats for this year's panto at Hartlepool Town Hall Theatre.
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Roadshow to explore aftermath of World War One
Published on Monday, 19th November 2018A unique research project is inviting Hartlepool people to get involved in a conversation about how the Tees Valley has moved on from World War One.
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Be rocked by the iconic sound of Queen
Published on Monday, 12th November 2018A tribute to one of the most influential bands in the world will have audiences rocking in the aisles when it comes to Hartlepool’s Town Hall Theatre on Friday 23 November.
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Don't miss World Diabetes Day event
Published on Wednesday, 7th November 2018Those in Hartlepool living with diabetes don’t want to miss an awareness event happening next week.
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Barking mad to miss microchipping event
Published on Wednesday, 7th November 2018Hartlepool owners of pampered pooches don’t want to miss a microchipping event next week.
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One event you can’t afford to miss
Published on Wednesday, 7th November 2018People in Hartlepool are being encouraged to drop into a special free event next week for lots of valuable help and advice to manage their finances and save money.
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Special events to mark Armistice centenary
Published on Tuesday, 6th November 2018The lighting of beacons and the ringing of church bells will be two highlights of special commemorations of the centenary of the end of the First World War this Remembrance Sunday in Hartlepool.
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Let's hear it for the girls this Firework Night!
Published on Friday, 2nd November 2018Remember, remember to visit Seaton Carew on Monday 5 November for a spectacular fireworks celebration to mark the 100th anniversary of the first British women being granted the right to vote.
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Dig out the neon and party!
Published on Wednesday, 24th October 2018A show celebrating global musical icons from the 80s will have the audience dancing in their seats when it comes to Hartlepool Town Hall Theatre on Friday 16th November.
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Christmas gift ideas galore at art club’s annual exhibition
Published on Wednesday, 24th October 2018With Christmas just around the corner, there’s an opportunity to find some beautiful and original Christmas presents at a popular exhibition which opens in Hartlepool next month.
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Fearsome family fun in store at Summerhill
Published on Friday, 19th October 2018Families in Hartlepool don’t want to miss a week of frightful fun at Summerhill this half term.
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Spine-chilling production 'The Devil's Bride' coming to Hartlepool
Published on Tuesday, 16th October 2018Horror fans are in for a treat when gothic horror theatre production The Devil’s Bride comes to Hartlepool next week.
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An uplifting show about love and loss for young children
Published on Friday, 12th October 2018A moving play titled A Frog Called Woânda, which aims to help children understand about love, loss and friendship, is coming to Hartlepool Town Hall Theatre on Sunday 21 October at 2.30pm.
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The Mayor invites you to his Armistice centenary dinner
Published on Wednesday, 10th October 2018The Ceremonial Mayor of Hartlepool Councillor Allan Barclay is inviting people to join him for a special dinner to commemorate the hundredth anniversary of the 1918 Armistice.
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Magical blend of top talent at Hartlepool Folk Festival
Published on Wednesday, 19th September 2018Hartlepool Folk Festival is back for its fourth consecutive year with a fantastic programme of artists, specially-commissioned events and intimate gatherings in venues across Hartlepool.
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It's Hartlepool's first Steampunk Festival this weekend !
Published on Tuesday, 4th September 2018Grab your goggles and top hat and make tracks to Hartlepool’s first ever Steampunk Festival this weekend !
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Council marks Merchant Navy Day
Published on Friday, 31st August 2018Hartlepool Borough Council is showing its support for seafarers by flying the Red Ensign to mark Merchant Navy Day today.
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Weekend of family fun beckons
Published on Wednesday, 15th August 2018A feast of family fun is in store this weekend at the Hartlepool Show and Horticultural Festival.
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Get Set for the Hartlepool Show and Horticultural Festival
Published on Thursday, 9th August 2018Looking for a fun free day out for the whole family this summer?
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Snap up a car boot sale bargain
Published on Thursday, 26th July 2018Summerhill Country Park in Hartlepool will hold its latest car boot sale this weekend.
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Hartlepool Waterfront Festival - Sunday
Published on Monday, 23rd July 2018It was another great day at the Hartlepool Waterfront Festival on Sunday.
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Hartlepool Waterfront Festival - Saturday
Published on Saturday, 21st July 2018A selection of photos from a fun-packed Saturday at the Hartlepool Waterfront Festival.
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Set sail for a weekend of fun!
Published on Thursday, 19th July 2018Visitors to the Hartlepool Waterfront Festival this weekend are being invited to set sail on a voyage to explore the Tees Valley coastline's rich wildlife.
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Excitement builds ahead of Waterfront Festival
Published on Monday, 16th July 2018Excitement is building ahead of this weekend's Hartlepool Waterfront Festival which will offer a range of fun for the whole family.
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Summerhill bags £4,000 from Tesco's community grant scheme
Published on Wednesday, 11th July 2018Summerhill Country Park and Visitors Centre has bagged the top grant of £4,000 from Tesco’s Bags of Help community grant scheme.
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Hartlepool Armed Forces Day and Headland Heritage Day
Published on Friday, 6th July 2018People are being reminded about a popular event which returns to Hartlepool this weekend.
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Summerhill Country Café now open for business!
Published on Friday, 6th July 2018Based within the Visitors Centre, the café is open every Monday to Saturday from 7am until 7pm.
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TV star to perform at Hartlepool Waterfront Festival
Published on Tuesday, 26th June 2018Lost Voice Guy, the winner of Britain's Got Talent, is to headline the Hartlepool Waterfront Festival.
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Get set for Hartlepool Waterfront Festival
Published on Wednesday, 20th June 2018HARTLEPOOL Waterfront Festival returns next month and promises to be bigger and better than ever.
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Armed Forces Day event to return to Hartlepool
Published on Wednesday, 13th June 2018A popular event commemorating Armed Forces Day and Headland Heritage Day is returning to Hartlepool next month.
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Half-term fun guaranteed at Summerhill
Published on Wednesday, 23rd May 2018A SERIES of events and activities at Summerhill Country Park in Hartlepool promises fun for the whole family during next week's half-term school holidays.
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Snap up a car boot sale bargain
Published on Wednesday, 23rd May 2018SUMMERHILL Country Park in Hartlepool will hold its latest car boot sale this weekend.
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Eagles tribute band to rock up in Hartlepool
Published on Thursday, 10th May 2018MUSIC fans are in for a treat when a tribute to one of the greatest bands in rock history comes to Hartlepool next month.
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Car boot sales return to Summerhill
Published on Wednesday, 25th April 2018THIS weekend marks the return of Summerhill Country Park's popular car boot sales.
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Don’t miss chance to vote for Summerhill
Published on Tuesday, 17th April 2018TIME is running out to help Hartlepool visitor attraction Summerhill Country Park and Visitor Centre bag a cash boost from the Tesco’s Bags of Help initiative.
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Community artists invited to add their talents to Waterfront Festival
Published on Monday, 16th April 2018ARTISTS of all types are invited to come forward with ideas for two community-based arts projects which Hartlepool Council is commissioning as part of this year’s Hartlepool Waterfront Festival.
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Remembering our missing colleagues
Published on Tuesday, 10th April 2018TRADE unions in Hartlepool are urging the local community to get involved in a special remembrance event in the town on Workers’ Memorial Day.
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Bring your drawings to life
Published on Wednesday, 4th April 2018International artist Saud Baloch is to host a series of life-drawing classes at Hartlepool Art Gallery over the coming months.
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Still time to join in Easter fun at Summerhill
Published on Thursday, 29th March 2018PLACES remain on a series of Easter activities at Summerhill Country Park in Hartlepool.
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Please join us to celebrate International Women's Day
Published on Wednesday, 28th February 2018A SPECIAL event to celebrate International Women's Day is being held by Unison's Self Organised Women’s Group and Hartlepool Borough Council.
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Popular Food and Fuel Fair gears up for second event
Published on Tuesday, 20th February 2018HARTLEPOOL residents will have another chance to learn about saving money and increasing income at a popular community event.
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Half-term fun at Summerhill
Published on Tuesday, 6th February 2018A series of half-term activities at Summerhill Country Park in Hartlepool promises fun for the whole family.
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Celebrate Burns Night with Ceremonial Mayor
Published on Monday, 8th January 2018CELEBRATE the life of Scottish poet Robert Burns with the Mayor and Mayoress of Hartlepool at their Burns Night dinner.
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Town set to commemorate historic bombardment
Published on Tuesday, 12th December 2017PEOPLE are invited to remember one of the most momentous days in Hartlepool’s history this weekend at the annual commemoration of the bombardment by the German Navy in the First World War.
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Emmerdale star to switch on Christmas lights
Published on Friday, 1st December 2017Soap star Adam Thomas will provide the showbiz sparkle when he turns on Hartlepool's Christmas lights on Friday December 1
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Christmas magic mustn’t be missed at Summerhill
Published on Monday, 27th November 2017FOR a festive feast of fun, make sure to visit the Summerhill Christmas Magic Fair on Saturday 9 December.
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Dottie to light up Wintertide Festival
Published on Friday, 17th November 2017A special treat is in store for a little girl at the centre of a fundraising drive to help her walk.
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Schools to mark Inter Faith Week
Published on Friday, 10th November 2017Schoolchildren will take part in a special event at Hartlepool Council's Community Hub Central on Monday to mark national Inter Faith Week 2017.
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We will remember them
Published on Tuesday, 7th November 2017TWO Remembrance Sunday services will be held in Hartlepool to remember the sacrifices made by the town’s service men and women.
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Wintertide Festival promises weekend of fun
Published on Monday, 6th November 2017The third Wintertide Festival will take place on Hartlepool's historic Headland later this month and it promises a feast of fun and entertainment for the whole family.
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Family fun at fireworks display
Published on Monday, 30th October 2017Make a date for an action-packed evening of fun at the annual Hartlepool Fireworks Spectacular in Seaton Carew this weekend.
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Paul Daniels’ thrilling final magic unveiled at Hartlepool Town Hall Theatre
Published on Thursday, 19th October 2017AUDIENCES in Hartlepool won’t want to miss the chance to enjoy the final magic ever conceived by magician Paul Daniels in a brand new family musical.
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Summerhill Country Park half-term activities
Published on Monday, 16th October 2017Summerhill Country Park in Hartlepool has lined up a whole host of fun activities for the half-term holidays
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Emerging artist launches landscape exhibition at Summerhill
Published on Thursday, 24th August 2017AN ART exhibition created by an emerging North East talent has gone on display at a popular visitor destination in Hartlepool.
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Reading challenge champions to receive awards
Published on Wednesday, 23rd August 2017REMARKABLE young readers in Hartlepool will receive special praise next week after reaching a personal reading milestone.
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Prize-winning musicians take centre stage
Published on Monday, 21st August 2017THERE’S a treat in store for music lovers on Saturday 16 September when some of Hartlepool’s finest young musicians will be showcased at the Town Hall Theatre.
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Hartlepool to host championship boat race
Published on Friday, 18th August 2017HARTLEPOOL is to stage a championship boat race this weekend (Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 August).
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Don’t miss fantastic day of free family fun
Published on Friday, 18th August 2017FAMILIES looking for a fantastic day of FREE fun should head along to the Hartlepool Fun Day this weekend.
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Don’t miss blooming marvellous Horticultural Show
Published on Thursday, 17th August 2017TIME IS running out for green-fingered growers to get involved in the ever-popular Hartlepool Horticultural Show, which returns to the town this weekend.
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Touring Chernobyl art exhibition heading to Hartlepool
Published on Thursday, 10th August 2017AN ART exhibition commemorating the 30th anniversary of the Chernobyl disaster will go on show at Hartlepool Art Gallery next month.
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Wave of support for Wintertide Festival
Published on Tuesday, 8th August 2017ORGANISERS of Hartlepool’s Wintertide Festival have received invaluable funding support following a joint partnership arrangement with Tees Valley Community Foundation.
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Join the Big Latch On
Published on Wednesday, 2nd August 2017HARTLEPOOL breastfeeding mothers are encouraged to join thousands of women across the world at a global synchronised breastfeeding event this Friday.
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Business takes a social twist at popular women’s networking event
Published on Friday, 28th July 2017A RECORD number of female-owned businesses based at Hartlepool Enterprise Centre showed their increasing strength in numbers recently at a popular business networking marketplace event.
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Annual Horticultural Show set to be blooming marvellous
Published on Tuesday, 25th July 2017GREEN-FINGERED growers are encouraged to get involved in the ever-popular Hartlepool Horticultural Show, which returns to the town next month.
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Step into summer fun at Hartlepool libraries
Published on Friday, 21st July 2017CHILDREN can access a whole host of creative fun events at Hartlepool’s libraries this summer, many of which are free to enjoy.
