Here we pay tribute to past and present Hartlepool pub bosses with this nostalgic collection of photos.
You can also view our archive collection of town pub pictures here.
21. The King Johns Tavern
Alan Bridges, general manager at The King Johns Tavern, in Hartlepool, launches the town centre pub's beer festival in 2003. Photo: DW
22. The White House
White House manager David McCann, left, and auctioneer Moss Boddy prepare for a charity auction at the pub in 2008. Photo: FLR
23. The Station Hotel
Landlady Brenda Farrow, second right, serves some cuppas in the new tea room at the Seaton Carew hotel in 2009. Photo: LH
24. The McOrville
Chefs Martyn Callan and Simon Fleming with owners Steven Wright and Claire Alderson in 2003. Photo: DW
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