Thirty-seven ships arrived in Hartlepool as part of the event before heading out towards Norway.
One year on, we thought we’d share with you some of the highlights from the four-day event.
1. Crew parade
Members of the public enjoy the Tall Ships' crew parade around the Headland. Photo: Bernadette Malcolmson
2. Parade of sail
Headlander David Byers enjoys the parade of sail taking place off the Headland at the end of the Tall Ships festival. Photo: Bernadette Malcolmson
3. Hat'll do
A couple pick their spot to watch the crew parade as it enters the Headland Moor for the prize giving ceremony. Photo: Bernadette Malcolmson
4. Fireworks
The firework display as seen from the Headland on the last night of the Tall Ships festival. Photo: Lee Bullivant
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