Planning approval secured for major expansion of Hartlepool’s film and TV production industry
A £33.5 million major expansion of film and television production facilities in Hartlepool is officially underway, following planning approval being granted for a transformative new development.

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Council meetings for February
The following Hartlepool Borough Council meetings are scheduled for February.
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Discover our precious ancient woodland in new exhibition
People 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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Council chiefs celebrate as Levelling Up Fund bid approved
An ambitious bid for £16.5 million of Government funding has been approved, giving a huge boost to the regeneration of Hartlepool town centre.
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Get set for the third Hartlepool Restaurant Week!
It’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
People 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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North East adult social care staff launch campaign to promote working in their rewarding field
Staff from Hartlepool and across the North East who work in a variety of adult social care roles are taking part in a recruitment campaign to promote the field as a career offering rewarding and proud
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Campaign aims to cut food allergy deaths
A new regional campaign has been launched with the aim of cutting food allergy-related illness and deaths.
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Drop in to find out more about Hartlepool Tall Ships sail trainee and volunteer opportunities
People 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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Sign up for FIT POOLIES course
Hartlepool men wanting to lose weight, get fit and become more active are being urged to sign up to a free health initiative.
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Celebrating the success of Elephant Rock
Council 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.