Visitors got a bit of Christmas shopping in early at the festive fair in St Hilda's Church.Visitors got a bit of Christmas shopping in early at the festive fair in St Hilda's Church.
Visitors got a bit of Christmas shopping in early at the festive fair in St Hilda's Church.

11 pictures from Hartlepool's spectacular Wintertide Festival 2019

The festival which celebrate’s Hartlepool’s unique heritage returned for its fifth successful year with a full weekend of entertainment.

Hartlepool Wintertide Festival kicked off on Friday, November 22 with a spectacular community parade that lit up The Headland and will culminate on Sunday, November 24 with a finale and fireworks display.

Visitors enjoyed a whole host of live music, workshops, performances and an outdoor Christmas and crafts market to celebrate the start of the festive season.

Can you spot anyone you know in our round-up?

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