Some quite well-known places across town are believed to be inhabited by mysterious apparitions.
A grey lady haunting the Headland, a phantom soldier patrolling a town a museum and haunted pubs – Hartlepool has no shortage of spooky tales.
More details on some of these stories are available in the book Haunted Hartlepool and East Durham by Paul Screeton.
Have a look at the spookiest places in the area in our gallery below.
1. The Jacksons Arms, Tower Street
The pub is said to be home to a glamorous ghost with bleached blonde hair. Mysteriously spilling drinks have also been reported. Photo: Frank Reid
2. Headland graveyard
A Grey Lady is said to patrol the Headland graveyard and the cellars of The Cosmopolitan pub. Photo: Frank Reid
3. The Grand Hotel
Doors would often bang shut loudly for no reason and a mischievous spirit was reported to push men who were spending a penny in the toilets. Photo: Frank Reid
4. The Pot House, Croft Terrace
Former landlord Albert has been spotted several times at the pub, along with his good lady wife. Photo: Frank Reid