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During the Middle Ages Hartlepool was one of the busiest ports on the east coast of England, but by the 18th century decline had set in and the harbour was in disrepair.
Former Hartlepool Harbour Master’s office
In 1808 the harbour was enclosed and drained, and two years later part of the old pier was destroyed by a storm.
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Hartlepool’s Maritime Experience, (formerly known as Hartlepool Historic Quay) is a superb re-creation of an 18th century seaport.
The quayside recaptures the atmosphere of such a seaport, boasting an interesting range of period shops and buildings in authentic architectural styles.
In the foreground of this picture is HMS Trincomalee, the oldest British warship still afloat.
Built in Bombay, India in 1817, the Trincomalee was brought to Hartlepool in 1987, where it has taken over 10 years to restore the ship to her former glory.
The clock sits atop a magnificent two story building ahead of the HMS Trincomalee.
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