Christmas is just around the corner and lots of people have already started putting their Christmas decorations up.
So, to get into the festive spirit, and to give you some inspiration, here are 22 nostalgic photos of people across Hartlepool and its surrounding areas putting up their Christmas decorations across the years.
2. Now that's an old tree
Stella Heron poses with her 64-year-old Savoy Hotel Christmas tree in 2007. Photo: Frank Reid
3. Christmastime
Linda Harey shows off her fantastic Christmas display at her Hesleden home. Photo: Frank Reid
4. Sparkling lights
Richard Haswell has a fantastic display at his Haswell home. Photo: Frank Reid
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