And on Saturday, February 7, and Sunday, February 8, Mecca Hartlepool is celebrating 30 years of fun, community and unforgettable wins.
So here are some memories to take you back to those early days.
For more information about Mecca Hartlepool’s 30th birthday celebrations, see https://bit.ly/3OrViwJ.
1. Special visit
Do you remember when Coronation Street actor Antony Cotton came to visit Mecca in 2006? Photo: Frank Reid
2. Time to party
Mecca Bingo general manager Gavin Lee (standing), Matalan's Katie Usher and Hartlepool United's Russ Green are pictured at the VIP re-launch party for the club in 2012. Photo: Frank Reid
3. Having fun
Mark Labbett from ITV's The Chase paid a visit to Mecca in 2015. Photo: Terry Blackburn
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