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Things to See & Do in Hartlepool |
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Hartlepool is full of award winning attractions such as the Hartlepool Historic Quay, the HMS Trincomalee and the Museum of Hartlepool. There are also loads of other places for you to visit such as St Hildas Church and Camerons Brewery.
We have put together information on nearly every part of Hartlepool that you must visit.
Hartlepool Maritime Experience is a superb re-creation of an 18th century seaport, telling the story of life at sea at the time of Nelson, Napoleon and the Battle of Trafalgar which dares you to experience life aboard a real British Naval frigate two centuries ago.
HMS Trincomalee 1817 is berthed afloat at Hartlepool Historic Quay, where a major award-winning restoration and interpretation of the Ship was completed in the early summer of 2001.
Hartlepool Marina's centrepiece is the award-winning Historic Quay - a faithful reproduction of an 18th century seaport portraying the exciting experience of what life was like at the time of Nelson and Trafalgar.
Saltholme is a beautiful nature reserve that is home to a variety of wildlife. From brightly-coloured butterflies and gorgeous orchids, to stately swans and raucous common terns, we promise you won't be disappointed.
Here you can relax & unwind whilst watching the boats & yachts of the Marina. Food lovers will be spoilt for choice with tastes from around the world to suit any palate & budget.
Hartlepool Marina is one of the most modern Marina facilities in Europe. Featuring one of Europe's biggest boat hoists and attracting hundreds of vessels
Built in Hartlepool by William Gray & Co. for the London and North Eastern Railway as a passenger and vehicle ferry over the Humber estuary between Hull and New Holland.
The Museum of Hartlepool is the finest free show in town and it tells the story of Hartlepool from prehistoric times to the present day
The Town Wall is still in existence today guarding the Headland, built to keep out raiding Scots in the 14th century.
The Lion Brewery has been established in Hartlepool for over 150 years and has been the home to Camerons since 1865.
The War Memorial was erected in 1923 by G. Coombes, constructed in Aberdeen granite.
Not only is St Hilda's a beautiful church, it also represents the whole of the Headland and tells the story of the town within its walls.
Hartlepool Art Gallery and Tourist Information Centre is located at Church Square, Hartlepool - within a minutes walk from Hartlepool Railway Station and close to Hartlepool Town Centre
Hartlepool can boast one of the most scenic courses of its type in the country.
A wide variety of sports facilities are available at Mill House Leisure Centre, which lies in a central location on Raby Road
Hartlepool has established itself as one of the top wreck cod venues in the country.
Church Street is a hive of activity - crammed with bars and restaurants, Church Street attracts thousands of revellers every weekend.
A splendid promenade connects the Marina with one of the Victorian's favourite North-East resorts. Seaton Carew with its miles of broad golden sands and safe sheltered bathing
Summerhill is a 100 - acre site on the edge of Hartlepool being transformed for the benefit of conservation and outdoor sports.
In prehistoric times Hartlepool's headland is thought to have been an isolated tidal island covered by thick forests.
Quads 4 All is situated in a pleasant rural setting an outdoor attraction with a difference. It will test the riding skills of boys and girls of all ages
Ward Jackson Park, is one of the most original in the North East region.
Owton Lodge Bowling Club. Based next to the Owton Lodge Pub on Stockton Road.
Blue Flag has announced its winners of its annual survey of clean beaches in England. Seaton Carew has been awarded a Blue Flag award.
Dockfest is a live music and comedy weekend at Hartlepool Marina on Saturday 4 and Sunday 5 July 2009. The Lightning Seeds have been unveiled as the headline music act.
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