They were taken in the summer of 2009 during Dockfest, at Hartlepool Marina, which was billed as a dress rehearsal for The Tall Ships Races festival 12 months later.
Among the musical entertainment on offer 17 years ago were The Lightning Seeds and Cast lead singer John Power.
5. Dockfest 2009
A spectator braves the Hartlepool weather by going topless. Photo: TC
6. Dockfest 2009
Cast singer John Power performed solo at Dockfest. Photo: TC
7. Dockfest 2009
Hartlepool enjoys a right rocking night out. Photo: TC
8. Dockfest 2009
A spectator hitches a lift from a pal. Photo: TC
