So we have dipped into our archives to dust down these pictures of Hartlepool folk – plus the odd familiar face – enjoying themselves on a day or night out in Hartlepool.
1. 'Smile please'
Police officers pose for a picture with women enjoying a night out in Hartlepool town centre in 2005. Photo: DP
2. Glass acts
Hartlepool United and Camerons Brewery joined forces for a sponsorship deal in 1993. The club's then owner, Garry Gibson, is pictured far left with the late Lenny Johnrose pictured centre. Photo: National World
3. Beer we go
From left, Chris Linton, Peter Hann, Reece Goodwin and Peter Jenkins enjoy themselves at the first night of the Hartlepool Beer Festival in 2012. Photo: TY
4. Raising a glass or two
Now it is the turn of drinkers at the 2013 festival to share the limelight. Photo: TY
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