Interest in the sport is said to be growing and there’s already a passion for the sport in Hartlepool and East Durham’s past.
Here’s the proof with archive photos from Rossmere to Horden.
Let’s skate back through the years for a look at these retro scenes.
1. A flashback to 2003
Skateboarders Emma Griffiths and Sam Elvidge pictured 18 years ago. Remember this? Photo: WOOD
2. Rollin' at Rozzy
A scene from the Rollin' at Rozzy skateboard/BMX event at Rossmere Skate Park in 2018. Were you there? Photo: Kevin Brady
3. Mill House memories
A skateboarding event at Mill House Leisure Centre in 2005. Does this bring back happy memories? Photo: FLR
4. Wonderful at West View Primary
Skateboarding and street dancing was the lesson with a difference being held at West View Primary School in 2004. Who do you recognise in this photo? Photo: LH
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