10 retro photos from the Grand Hotel in Hartlepool as hopes rise for a bright future

It had a Grand past and perhaps a bright future beckons as well.

It closed a year ago but many people will remember great days from the past when they attended fabulous events at the Swainson Street venue.

Were you there when the finals of Hartlepool’s Got Talent were held there or when school proms and Chinese New Year celebrations were staged there?

We have all this and lots more besides in 10 retro photos from the Mail archives. Take a look and then get in touch to tell us more.

9. Treats in 2003

Tucking in to chocolates 18 years ago. Does this bring back memories? Photo: LH

A scene from the Make It Happen Awards which were held at the Grand Hotel in 2005. Were you there? Photo: TC

Did you work at the Grand Hotel or do you have memories of wonderful events there? Tell us more by emailing [email protected] Photo: hm