Popular Hartlepool music venue The Studio celebrates 25th anniversary

Leading the board as chairman is Brian Barnes, who has volunteered at The Studio, in Tower Street, for the last eight years, as well as James Hewitson, Tony Armstrong and Karen Martin.

They are committed to providing a platform for local musicians and artists to showcase their talent.

Brian said: “The Studio has been an integral part of the Hartlepool community for 25 years and we’d like to thank past trustees for their support over the years.”

The Studio, which first opened in May 1998 and became volunteer-led in 2014, is a hub for the town’s arts community, with the new board of trustees hoping it continues to have a positive impact on the town for years to come.

It has also urged anyone interesting in volunteering at the venue to email their details to [email protected].