Hartlepool Wintertide Festival kicked off on Friday, November 22 with a spectacular community parade that lit up The Headland and will culminate on Sunday, November 24 with a finale and fireworks display.
Visitors enjoyed a whole host of live music, workshops, performances and an outdoor Christmas and crafts market to celebrate the start of the festive season.
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1. Let the festivities begin
Crowds braved the cold and gathered opposite St Hilda's Church for the start of the parade. Photo: Kevin Brady
2. Getting crafty
Maggie Wheetman (8) and Isabel Clark (7) in the craft tent on The Headland, on Saturday. Photo: Kevin Brady
3. All the fun of the fair
Youngsters enjoy the fairground rides on Saturday. Photo: Kevin Brady
4. Cheers!
Happy stall holders enjoy a festive tipple. Photo: Kevin Brady