Events and venues news

• Join the Mayor for a Burns Night celebration

  Published on Friday, 7th January 2022

  The Ceremonial Mayor of Hartlepool Councillor Brenda Loynes is inviting people to join her for a traditional Burns Night supper.

• Show-stopping photography exhibition to open at Hartlepool Art Gallery

  Published on Wednesday, 22nd December 2021

  Hartlepool 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.

• Festive fun at the Family Learning Festival

  Published on Monday, 13th December 2021

  If 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.

• Celebrate Christmas with the Ceremonial Mayor

  Published on Thursday, 9th December 2021

  People are invited to celebrate the festive season with the Ceremonial Mayor of Hartlepool Councillor Brenda Loynes at her Civic Carol Service.

• NHS heroes to be celebrated at Hartlepool Christmas Light Switch-On

  Published on Thursday, 2nd December 2021

  A 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.

• Gifts galore at the Christmas Craft Fayre

  Published on Tuesday, 30th November 2021

  If 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.

• Black Friday offer on panto tickets

  Published on Wednesday, 24th November 2021

  Families 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.

• Call for hospitality venues to support Hartlepool Restaurant Week

  Published on Monday, 15th November 2021

  Restaurants, 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.

• Men - is it time to talk?

  Published on Wednesday, 10th November 2021

  Hartlepool’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.

• CBBC star tops the bill in Hartlepool Christmas panto

  Published on Wednesday, 10th November 2021

  CBBC’s Joe Tasker will head a sparkling cast when the enchanting family pantomime Cinderella comes to Hartlepool’s Borough Hall this Christmas.

• Join the Mayor for a nostalgic night out

  Published on Monday, 8th November 2021

  The 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.

• Make a date for Hartlepool Art Club’s annual exhibition

  Published on Thursday, 4th November 2021

  A 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.

• Don’t miss our fairy-tale Christmas panto

  Published on Thursday, 7th October 2021

  There’s a spellbinding treat ahead with Hartlepool’s Christmas pantomime - and tickets are on sale now!

• A feast for the eye at Festival of Illustration graduate show

  Published on Monday, 27th September 2021

  The 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.

• Shaun Ryder’s Black Grape to headline Borough Hall Live

  Published on Wednesday, 22nd September 2021

  The first wave of tickets are now on sale for a popular music festival returning to Hartlepool next month.

• Summer at Seaton - give us your views

  Published on Wednesday, 8th September 2021

  If 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.

• Council marks Merchant Navy Day

  Published on Thursday, 2nd September 2021

  Hartlepool Borough Council has shown its support for seafarers by flying the Red Ensign to mark Merchant Navy Day today.

• An evening of top class entertainment from Hartlepool’s young musicians

  Published on Tuesday, 31st August 2021

  There’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.

• Extra opportunity for COVID heroes to get free tickets to Hartlepool summer panto

  Published on Thursday, 19th August 2021

  Local 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.

• Triathlon road closures

  Published on Friday, 13th August 2021

  A series of road closures will be in place on Saturday and Sunday for the Hartlepool Big Lime Weekend.

• A chance to reflect at renowned artwork In Memoriam

  Published on Wednesday, 11th August 2021

  Seaton 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.

• Be prepared to go back in time

  Published on Tuesday, 10th August 2021

  Families 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.

• Countdown begins for the Hartlepool Waterfront Festival

  Published on Friday, 6th August 2021

  With 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!

• Appeal for triathlon marshals

  Published on Thursday, 5th August 2021

  VOLUNTEER marshals are being asked to come forward to ensure the smooth running of Hartlepool’s Big Lime Weekend.

• History detectives!

  Published on Wednesday, 4th August 2021

  Families in Hartlepool are being invited to take part in a fun summer holiday activity with a historical twist.

• A blooming lovely weekend for everyone

  Published on Monday, 2nd August 2021

  One of the biggest and brightest events in Hartlepool’s calendar is taking place this month.

• COVID heroes offered complimentary tickets to Hartlepool summer panto

  Published on Monday, 2nd August 2021

  People 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.

• Mayor officially opens Hartlepool Carnival

  Published on Thursday, 29th July 2021

  The 98th Hartlepool Carnival is underway after being officially opened by the town’s Mayor Councillor Brenda Loynes.

• Hartlepool Waterfront Festival is REBORN

  Published on Friday, 23rd July 2021

  The Hartlepool Waterfront Festival will make its highly-anticipated return next month with its boldest programme yet.

• Enjoy a fun-filled family summer at Seaton

  Published on Thursday, 22nd July 2021

  Join us over the next six weekends at Seaton Carew for a whole host of family fun.

• Adults-only panto frolics as Dick Whittington heads to Hartlepool

  Published on Friday, 21st May 2021

  The heat is rising this summer as adult pantomime Dick Whittington – Adults Only! comes to Hartlepool Borough Hall.

• Make a date for all the family for our summer Snow White panto

  Published on Thursday, 20th May 2021

  The magic and fun of a much-loved fairy tale is coming to Hartlepool Borough Hall as it hosts our first-ever SUMMER family pantomime!

• ‘Little Waterfronts’ programme announced and miniature live performances return

  Published on Wednesday, 19th May 2021

  A 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.

• Surf culture exhibition washes up in Hartlepool

  Published on Friday, 14th May 2021

  An 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.

• Remembering our missing colleagues on Workers’ Memorial Day

  Published on Sunday, 25th April 2021

  Trade 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.

• Council's sadness following the death of HRH The Duke of Edinburgh

  Published on Friday, 9th April 2021

  Hartlepool Borough Council has expressed its sadness following the announcement of the death of HRH The Duke of Edinburgh.

• New traders encouraged to ‘give it a go’ as Thursday Market gets set to return

  Published on Tuesday, 6th April 2021

  New traders are being encouraged to join Hartlepool’s Thursday Market when it returns following the national lockdown.

• Join us to celebrate International Women’s Day

  Published on Friday, 5th March 2021

  People in Hartlepool are invited to enjoy a number of online events on Monday 8th March to mark International Women’s Day.

• Be the light in the darkness

  Published on Thursday, 21st January 2021

  People 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.

• Make a date for some Christmas cheer!

  Published on Tuesday, 1st December 2020

  Cultural 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.

• Enjoy Bonfire Night alternative – but please follow the rules

  Published on Wednesday, 4th November 2020

  Residents 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.

• Hartlepool skies to be lit up in display of solace

  Published on Friday, 30th October 2020

  Six 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.

• Celebrate Halloween differently and help save lives, families urged

  Published on Tuesday, 27th October 2020

  Families across Hartlepool are being urged to celebrate Halloween differently this year as cases of COVID-19 in the town continue to rise.

• Parks retain prestigious quality awards

  Published on Wednesday, 21st October 2020

  Two parks in Hartlepool have again retained a prestigious international quality award which recognises open spaces meeting the highest possible standards.

• Artists unveil new illustration of Hartlepool landmark

  Published on Thursday, 1st October 2020

  Two local artists have launched their latest artwork depicting one of Hartlepool’s most iconic landmarks.

• Feeding seabirds protected by postponement of restoration scheme

  Published on Monday, 21st September 2020

  The 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.

• Celebrating 100 Years of Art and Culture in Hartlepool

  Published on Friday, 18th September 2020

  An exciting new exhibition which celebrates 100 years of Hartlepool’s art, culture and history is opening in town this month.

• Outdoor market to re-open this week

  Published on Monday, 14th September 2020

  Hartlepool’s weekly outdoor market is to re-open on Thursday with a number of COVID-19 safety measures in place.

• Hartlepool will pay its tribute on VJ Day anniversary

  Published on Friday, 14th August 2020

  Hartlepool will join with the rest of the nation to celebrate the 75th anniversary of VJ (Victory over Japan) Day - on Saturday 15 August.

• Share your views on Hartlepool Open Market

  Published on Friday, 17th July 2020

  Residents of Hartlepool are being asked to give their views on the town’s weekly open market by completing a short online survey.

• Make the comeback to adventure at Carlton!

  Published on Thursday, 16th July 2020

  A whole host of adventurous summer fun awaits children signing up to a holiday activity programme.

• Play areas, park toilets and car parks to re-open

  Published on Thursday, 2nd July 2020

  Play areas, park toilets and car parks at a number of locations in Hartlepool are to re-open in a further easing of lockdown restrictions.

• Flying the flag for the Commonwealth

  Published on Thursday, 5th March 2020

  Hartlepool schoolchildren will come together on Monday 9 March to fly the flag for Commonwealth Day.

• Family fun at Easter panto!

  Published on Friday, 14th February 2020

  A renowned North-East pantomime production company is bringing its spectacular show to Hartlepool this Easter, promising fun for the whole family.

• New creative support network to meet for first time

  Published on Thursday, 13th February 2020

  A new creative network which aims to provide support to artists, makers, performers and crafters is being launched in Hartlepool this month.

• The Mayor of Hartlepool welcomes everyone to civic service

  Published on Wednesday, 5th February 2020

  Hartlepool people of all ages are invited to join the Mayor of Hartlepool for a special Civic Service of Morning Worship.

• Free drop-in events returning to Middleton Grange

  Published on Friday, 24th January 2020

  A series of free events aimed at helping parents to support their children returns to Middleton Grange Shopping Centre next week.

• Heart-warming millennial musical comes to Hartlepool

  Published on Friday, 24th January 2020

  An award-winning musical about a gay milennial looking for love is coming to Hartlepool next month.

• Add new string to your bow at archery sessions!

  Published on Thursday, 16th January 2020

  Adults in Hartlepool looking to find a new hobby in 2020 should look no further than joining the archery group at Summerhill.

• Let’s all stand together

  Published on Thursday, 16th January 2020

  People 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.

• Exhibition challenges male dominance in art world

  Published on Tuesday, 14th January 2020

  A ground-breaking exhibition by an emerging artist whose work challenges male dominance in the art world opens in Hartlepool this weekend.

• Join the Mayor for a Burns Night celebration

  Published on Wednesday, 8th January 2020

  The Ceremonial Mayor of Hartlepool Councillor Brenda Loynes is inviting people to join her for a traditional Burns Night supper.

• Extra panto date added

  Published on Friday, 6th December 2019

  With just days to go before the curtain rises on Hartlepool's Christmas pantomime, an extra date has been announced due to popular demand.

• Take advantage of discount panto tickets offer

  Published on Wednesday, 27th November 2019

  Families 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.

• Celebrate Christmas in style with East 17

  Published on Monday, 25th November 2019

  One 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.

• Community champions to be celebrated at Hartlepool’s Christmas lights switch-on

  Published on Thursday, 21st November 2019

  Five inspirational community champions are set to switch on Hartlepool’s Christmas lights in a jam-packed evening of fun.

• Have a wizard time at Carlton Adventure

  Published on Wednesday, 6th November 2019

  A spellbinding time is in store for children when Carlton Adventure hosts a wizards' story-telling day.

• We will remember them

  Published on Tuesday, 5th November 2019

  Two 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.

• Jack the Ripper's victims share their stories in powerful new production

  Published on Monday, 14th October 2019

  Crime enthusiasts are invited to attend a theatre show about the victims of one of the most notorious serial killers of all time this November.

• Blast off for Fireworks Night!

  Published on Wednesday, 9th October 2019

  Chart a course to Seaton Carew on Tuesday 5 November for Hartlepool’s annual fireworks spectacular which will definitely be out of this world.

• Happy Birthday HMS Trincomalee!

  Published on Monday, 7th October 2019

  Happy Birthday to HMS Trincomalee - Britain’s oldest warship still afloat! She will be 202 years old on 12th October 2019.

• Christmas sales opportunity for local craftspeople

  Published on Friday, 4th October 2019

  Local craftspeople from Hartlepool and the Tees Valley area are being offered an opportunity to sell their wares within the Hartlepool Art Gallery Christmas shop.

• Share your memories of Church Street area

  Published on Friday, 4th October 2019

  People are being invited to share their memories of a historic part of Hartlepool at a special nostalgia drop-in event.

• Halloween fun at Carlton adventure

  Published on Friday, 4th October 2019

  There's a whole host of Halloween fun lined up for later this month when Carlton Adventure stages a special activity day.

• Magical children's show heads to Hartlepool

  Published on Wednesday, 2nd October 2019

  One of the UK's leading male contemporary dance companies is bringing its spectacular theatre show What The Moon Saw to Hartlepool later this month.

• One-day anniversary offer on panto tickets

  Published on Wednesday, 2nd October 2019

  Families 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.

• Join the Mayor for quiz night fun

  Published on Monday, 16th September 2019

  The Ceremonial Mayor of Hartlepool Councillor Brenda Loynes is inviting people to put their general knowledge to the test in a fun-packed Quiz Night.

• Grab your goggles ready for return of Hartlepool Steampunk Festival

  Published on Friday, 13th September 2019

  There’s fun and frolics in store for the whole family when the Hartlepool Steampunk Festival returns this October for the second year running.

• Council to mark Merchant Navy Day

  Published on Monday, 2nd September 2019

  Hartlepool Borough Council will show its support for seafarers by flying the Red Ensign to mark Merchant Navy Day.

• Take advantage of early bird panto tickets offer

  Published on Tuesday, 27th August 2019

  Families 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.

• Join the Mayor for an evening of swing

  Published on Thursday, 22nd August 2019

  The 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.’

• Glorious green-fingered fun at Hartlepool Show and Horticultural Festival

  Published on Thursday, 1st August 2019

  There’s a blooming marvellous time in store for all the family at this year’s Hartlepool Show and Horticultural Festival.

• Big fun in store at Big Lime Weekend

  Published on Friday, 19th July 2019

  Families in Hartlepool don’t want to miss an exciting weekend of multisport running alongside a jam-packed calendar of fun.

• Take a trip down memory lane!

  Published on Thursday, 18th July 2019

  Do you have fond memories of visiting Carlton Camp as a child?

• Hartlepool Waterfront Festival programme unveiled

  Published on Friday, 5th July 2019

  Anticipation 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.

• Secret songbirds sought to join #LoveHartlepool Community Choir

  Published on Wednesday, 3rd July 2019

  Secret songbirds are being urged to find their voice by joining a community choir being formed to perform at the Hartlepool Waterfront Festival 2019.

• Art gallery welcomes second artist-in-residence

  Published on Monday, 1st July 2019

  Hartlepool Art Gallery is pleased to welcome its second ever artist-in-residence.

• Sponsor of Hartlepool Waterfront Festival unveiled

  Published on Thursday, 27th June 2019

  RACZ group has been announced as the sponsor of this year's Hartlepool Waterfront Festival.

• Fun for all the family on Hartlepool’s Armed Forces Day

  Published on Thursday, 27th June 2019

  There’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.

• Free support for families at series of drop-in events

  Published on Friday, 21st June 2019

  A series of free events aimed at helping parents to support their children begins next week.

• Ross Millard (The Futureheads) DJ Set announced for Hartlepool Live in last-minute change

  Published on Wednesday, 12th June 2019

  A 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.

• Make a date for Armed Forces Day in Hartlepool

  Published on Monday, 10th June 2019

  People 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.

• Get your Hartlepool Live tickets and avoid disappointment

  Published on Friday, 7th June 2019

  With 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.

• Michael Rice to sing at Hartlepool Waterfront Festival

  Published on Wednesday, 29th May 2019

  Michael Rice, who represented the UK at the 2019 Eurovision Song Contest, is to perform at the Hartlepool Waterfront Festival this summer.

• Play about North-East boxing champion heads to Hartlepool

  Published on Thursday, 23rd May 2019

  An emotionally-charged theatre show based on the real-life story of a North-East world champion boxer is coming to Hartlepool.

• Discover how Hartlepool recovered from the First World War

  Published on Tuesday, 21st May 2019

  There’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.

• Reverend and the Makers DJ set confirmed for Hartlepool Live

  Published on Friday, 17th May 2019

  A 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.

• Love Hartlepool – Love Eurovision!

  Published on Thursday, 9th May 2019

  Families 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.

• Hartlepool songstress to host sensational musical masquerade evening

  Published on Thursday, 9th May 2019

  A show-stopping musical spectacular is coming to Hartlepool this month.

• SOUL TRAIN steams into Hartlepool!

  Published on Friday, 26th April 2019

  A show celebrating all things soul is heading to Hartlepool.

• Take a nostalgic step back in time!

  Published on Friday, 26th April 2019

  There's a chance to roll back the years and recall the heyday of iconic Hartlepool department stores Binns at a special event.

• Hartlepool to host first "Pay What You Decide" arts festival

  Published on Thursday, 25th April 2019

  This year's Hartlepool Waterfront Festival is to be the first ever "Pay What You Decide" arts festival in the country.

• Remembering our missing colleagues

  Published on Wednesday, 10th April 2019

  Trade unions in Hartlepool are urging the local community to join in a special remembrance event in the town on Workers’ Memorial Day.

• Hartlepool Waterfront Festival seeks volunteers

  Published on Wednesday, 3rd April 2019

  The 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.

• Easter holiday fun at Carlton Adventure

  Published on Wednesday, 27th March 2019

  Guarantee an Easter break full of outdoor fun for your children by signing them up to Carlton Adventure's holiday activity programme.

• Paul Smith to headline Hartlepool Live

  Published on Monday, 25th March 2019

  Maximo Park frontman Paul Smith has been announced as the headline act for a new music festival coming to Hartlepool this summer.

• School crews ready for battle at Hip Hop Championships 2019

  Published on Wednesday, 20th March 2019

  Crowds will be wowed with stand-out dance performances when the Hartlepool Hip Hop Championships return next month.

• Sensational Streisand show heads to Hartlepool

  Published on Monday, 18th March 2019

  A breath-taking tribute show recreating the music of the legendary Barbra Streisand is coming to Hartlepool next month.

• Join the Mayor for two great evenings

  Published on Friday, 1st March 2019

  As 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.

• UK's leading tribute to iconic American duo heading to Hartlepool

  Published on Tuesday, 5th February 2019

  Folk 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.

• ‘Virtual safari’ exhibition heading to Hartlepool

  Published on Wednesday, 16th January 2019

  A 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.

• Are you coming to Economic Regeneration and Tourism Forum?

  Published on Tuesday, 8th January 2019

  A meeting of the Hartlepool Economic Regeneration and Tourism Forum will take place next week and companies from across the town are invited to attend.

• Winners of creative First World War-inspired competition announced

  Published on Friday, 4th January 2019

  The winners of two remembrance-themed competitions held at a recent community event have been announced.

• Youngsters strike a festive note in new creative industries centre

  Published on Friday, 21st December 2018

  A new centre to help young people realise their potential in the creative industries has welcomed Christmas in fine style.

• Charity helps replace vandalised picnic bench

  Published on Friday, 21st December 2018

  A charity has donated funds to help replace a picnic bench destroyed in an arson attack at a country park in Hartlepool.

• Lifeguards honoured for daring rescue

  Published on Friday, 7th December 2018

  Two lifeguards have been honoured with a special award following their daring rescue of two people from the sea.

• Gifts galore at the Christmas Craft Fayre

  Published on Wednesday, 28th November 2018

  If 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.

• It’s ‘girl power’ now for Hartlepool’s Christmas light switch-on in new look square

  Published on Tuesday, 27th November 2018

  Five inspirational young Hartlepool women will now be switching on Hartlepool’s Christmas lights.

• Wintertide Festival promises weekend of fun

  Published on Wednesday, 21st November 2018

  The 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.

• Black Friday offer on panto tickets

  Published on Tuesday, 20th November 2018

  Families 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.

• Roadshow to explore aftermath of World War One

  Published on Monday, 19th November 2018

  A 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.

• Be rocked by the iconic sound of Queen

  Published on Monday, 12th November 2018

  A 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.

• Don't miss World Diabetes Day event

  Published on Wednesday, 7th November 2018

  Those in Hartlepool living with diabetes don’t want to miss an awareness event happening next week.

• Barking mad to miss microchipping event

  Published on Wednesday, 7th November 2018

  Hartlepool owners of pampered pooches don’t want to miss a microchipping event next week.

• One event you can’t afford to miss

  Published on Wednesday, 7th November 2018

  People 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.

• Special events to mark Armistice centenary

  Published on Tuesday, 6th November 2018

  The 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.

• Let's hear it for the girls this Firework Night!

  Published on Friday, 2nd November 2018

  Remember, 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.

• Dig out the neon and party!

  Published on Wednesday, 24th October 2018

  A 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.

• Christmas gift ideas galore at art club’s annual exhibition

  Published on Wednesday, 24th October 2018

  With 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.

• Fearsome family fun in store at Summerhill

  Published on Friday, 19th October 2018

  Families in Hartlepool don’t want to miss a week of frightful fun at Summerhill this half term.

• Spine-chilling production 'The Devil's Bride' coming to Hartlepool

  Published on Tuesday, 16th October 2018

  Horror fans are in for a treat when gothic horror theatre production The Devil’s Bride comes to Hartlepool next week.

• An uplifting show about love and loss for young children

  Published on Friday, 12th October 2018

  A 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.

• The Mayor invites you to his Armistice centenary dinner

  Published on Wednesday, 10th October 2018

  The 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.

• Magical blend of top talent at Hartlepool Folk Festival

  Published on Wednesday, 19th September 2018

  Hartlepool 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.

• It's Hartlepool's first Steampunk Festival this weekend !

  Published on Tuesday, 4th September 2018

  Grab your goggles and top hat and make tracks to Hartlepool’s first ever Steampunk Festival this weekend !

• Council marks Merchant Navy Day

  Published on Friday, 31st August 2018

  Hartlepool Borough Council is showing its support for seafarers by flying the Red Ensign to mark Merchant Navy Day today.

• Weekend of family fun beckons

  Published on Wednesday, 15th August 2018

  A feast of family fun is in store this weekend at the Hartlepool Show and Horticultural Festival.

• Get Set for the Hartlepool Show and Horticultural Festival

  Published on Thursday, 9th August 2018

  Looking for a fun free day out for the whole family this summer?

• Snap up a car boot sale bargain

  Published on Thursday, 26th July 2018

  Summerhill Country Park in Hartlepool will hold its latest car boot sale this weekend.

• Hartlepool Waterfront Festival - Sunday

  Published on Monday, 23rd July 2018

  It was another great day at the Hartlepool Waterfront Festival on Sunday.

• Hartlepool Waterfront Festival - Saturday

  Published on Saturday, 21st July 2018

  A selection of photos from a fun-packed Saturday at the Hartlepool Waterfront Festival.

• Set sail for a weekend of fun!

  Published on Thursday, 19th July 2018

  Visitors 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.

• Excitement builds ahead of Waterfront Festival

  Published on Monday, 16th July 2018

  Excitement is building ahead of this weekend's Hartlepool Waterfront Festival which will offer a range of fun for the whole family.

• Summerhill bags £4,000 from Tesco's community grant scheme

  Published on Wednesday, 11th July 2018

  Summerhill Country Park and Visitors Centre has bagged the top grant of £4,000 from Tesco’s Bags of Help community grant scheme.

• Hartlepool Armed Forces Day and Headland Heritage Day

  Published on Friday, 6th July 2018

  People are being reminded about a popular event which returns to Hartlepool this weekend.

• Summerhill Country Café now open for business!

  Published on Friday, 6th July 2018

  Based within the Visitors Centre, the café is open every Monday to Saturday from 7am until 7pm.

• TV star to perform at Hartlepool Waterfront Festival

  Published on Tuesday, 26th June 2018

  Lost Voice Guy, the winner of Britain's Got Talent, is to headline the Hartlepool Waterfront Festival.

• Get set for Hartlepool Waterfront Festival

  Published on Wednesday, 20th June 2018

  HARTLEPOOL Waterfront Festival returns next month and promises to be bigger and better than ever.

• Armed Forces Day event to return to Hartlepool

  Published on Wednesday, 13th June 2018

  A popular event commemorating Armed Forces Day and Headland Heritage Day is returning to Hartlepool next month.

• Half-term fun guaranteed at Summerhill

  Published on Wednesday, 23rd May 2018

  A 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.

• Snap up a car boot sale bargain

  Published on Wednesday, 23rd May 2018

  SUMMERHILL Country Park in Hartlepool will hold its latest car boot sale this weekend.

• Eagles tribute band to rock up in Hartlepool

  Published on Thursday, 10th May 2018

  MUSIC fans are in for a treat when a tribute to one of the greatest bands in rock history comes to Hartlepool next month.

• Car boot sales return to Summerhill

  Published on Wednesday, 25th April 2018

  THIS weekend marks the return of Summerhill Country Park's popular car boot sales.

• Don’t miss chance to vote for Summerhill

  Published on Tuesday, 17th April 2018

  TIME 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.

• Community artists invited to add their talents to Waterfront Festival

  Published on Monday, 16th April 2018

  ARTISTS 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.

• Remembering our missing colleagues

  Published on Tuesday, 10th April 2018

  TRADE unions in Hartlepool are urging the local community to get involved in a special remembrance event in the town on Workers’ Memorial Day.

• Bring your drawings to life

  Published on Wednesday, 4th April 2018

  International artist Saud Baloch is to host a series of life-drawing classes at Hartlepool Art Gallery over the coming months.

• Still time to join in Easter fun at Summerhill

  Published on Thursday, 29th March 2018

  PLACES remain on a series of Easter activities at Summerhill Country Park in Hartlepool.

• Please join us to celebrate International Women's Day

  Published on Wednesday, 28th February 2018

  A SPECIAL event to celebrate International Women's Day is being held by Unison's Self Organised Women’s Group and Hartlepool Borough Council.

• Popular Food and Fuel Fair gears up for second event

  Published on Tuesday, 20th February 2018

  HARTLEPOOL residents will have another chance to learn about saving money and increasing income at a popular community event.

• Half-term fun at Summerhill

  Published on Tuesday, 6th February 2018

  A series of half-term activities at Summerhill Country Park in Hartlepool promises fun for the whole family.

• Celebrate Burns Night with Ceremonial Mayor

  Published on Monday, 8th January 2018

  CELEBRATE the life of Scottish poet Robert Burns with the Mayor and Mayoress of Hartlepool at their Burns Night dinner.

• Town set to commemorate historic bombardment

  Published on Tuesday, 12th December 2017

  PEOPLE 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.

• Emmerdale star to switch on Christmas lights

  Published on Friday, 1st December 2017

  Soap star Adam Thomas will provide the showbiz sparkle when he turns on Hartlepool's Christmas lights on Friday December 1

• Christmas magic mustn’t be missed at Summerhill

  Published on Monday, 27th November 2017

  FOR a festive feast of fun, make sure to visit the Summerhill Christmas Magic Fair on Saturday 9 December.

• Dottie to light up Wintertide Festival

  Published on Friday, 17th November 2017

  A special treat is in store for a little girl at the centre of a fundraising drive to help her walk.

• Schools to mark Inter Faith Week

  Published on Friday, 10th November 2017

  Schoolchildren will take part in a special event at Hartlepool Council's Community Hub Central on Monday to mark national Inter Faith Week 2017.

• We will remember them

  Published on Tuesday, 7th November 2017

  TWO Remembrance Sunday services will be held in Hartlepool to remember the sacrifices made by the town’s service men and women.

• Wintertide Festival promises weekend of fun

  Published on Monday, 6th November 2017

  The 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.

• Family fun at fireworks display

  Published on Monday, 30th October 2017

  Make a date for an action-packed evening of fun at the annual Hartlepool Fireworks Spectacular in Seaton Carew this weekend.

• Paul Daniels’ thrilling final magic unveiled at Hartlepool Town Hall Theatre

  Published on Thursday, 19th October 2017

  AUDIENCES 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.

• Summerhill Country Park half-term activities

  Published on Monday, 16th October 2017

  Summerhill Country Park in Hartlepool has lined up a whole host of fun activities for the half-term holidays

• Emerging artist launches landscape exhibition at Summerhill

  Published on Thursday, 24th August 2017

  AN ART exhibition created by an emerging North East talent has gone on display at a popular visitor destination in Hartlepool.

• Reading challenge champions to receive awards

  Published on Wednesday, 23rd August 2017

  REMARKABLE young readers in Hartlepool will receive special praise next week after reaching a personal reading milestone.

• Prize-winning musicians take centre stage

  Published on Monday, 21st August 2017

  THERE’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.

• Hartlepool to host championship boat race

  Published on Friday, 18th August 2017

  HARTLEPOOL is to stage a championship boat race this weekend (Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 August).

• Don’t miss fantastic day of free family fun

  Published on Friday, 18th August 2017

  FAMILIES looking for a fantastic day of FREE fun should head along to the Hartlepool Fun Day this weekend.

• Don’t miss blooming marvellous Horticultural Show

  Published on Thursday, 17th August 2017

  TIME IS running out for green-fingered growers to get involved in the ever-popular Hartlepool Horticultural Show, which returns to the town this weekend.

• Touring Chernobyl art exhibition heading to Hartlepool

  Published on Thursday, 10th August 2017

  AN ART exhibition commemorating the 30th anniversary of the Chernobyl disaster will go on show at Hartlepool Art Gallery next month.

• Wave of support for Wintertide Festival

  Published on Tuesday, 8th August 2017

  ORGANISERS of Hartlepool’s Wintertide Festival have received invaluable funding support following a joint partnership arrangement with Tees Valley Community Foundation.

• Join the Big Latch On

  Published on Wednesday, 2nd August 2017

  HARTLEPOOL breastfeeding mothers are encouraged to join thousands of women across the world at a global synchronised breastfeeding event this Friday.

• Business takes a social twist at popular women’s networking event

  Published on Friday, 28th July 2017

  A 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.

• Annual Horticultural Show set to be blooming marvellous

  Published on Tuesday, 25th July 2017

  GREEN-FINGERED growers are encouraged to get involved in the ever-popular Hartlepool Horticultural Show, which returns to the town next month.

• Step into summer fun at Hartlepool libraries

  Published on Friday, 21st July 2017

  CHILDREN can access a whole host of creative fun events at Hartlepool’s libraries this summer, many of which are free to enjoy.

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