Whether it is the town’s beaches, historic Headland and parks, to our community spirit and friendliness, we have narrowed it down to just 14 special things.
Do you agree with our selection? Let us know what we have missed that you love about the town.
1. Our maritime heritage
The National Museum of the Royal Navy is a great tribute to our rich maritime history making it the town's premier tourist attraction. Photo: Frank Reid
2. Lifeguard heroes
Members of the Hartlepool RNLI do a fantastic job and are on call 24/7 365 days a year to keep us safe at sea. Photo: File picture
3. Beautiful parks
Ward Jackson Park is one of a number of fine parks in Hartlepool to unwind or feed the ducks along with those at Rossmere, Burn Valley and Seaton. Photo: Tim Richardson
4. Fantastic fish and chips
If you like fish and chips we have some of the best in the country including Mary Lambert which was recemtly named the UK’s Best Food Service Operator at the National Fish and Chip Awards 2020 Photo: Frank Reid