In this section you will find a selection of information, photographs and memories of Hartlepool’s “ancient” past. We would like to add to this section: if you have any relevant material that you would be willing to share, please get in touch with us at infodesk@hartlepool.gov.uk
Most of the images here are of chance finds first discovered and reported by members of the public. More-detailed information about these finds, other local archaeological excavations (or “digs”), together with a full list of all known archaeological sites in the area, are held by Tees Archaeology.
NAS North-East is a regional branch of the Nautical Archaeology Society. This section contains a selection of local NAS NE-led maritime community-based projects.