Join us on Hartlepool Headland from Tuesday 22nd April – Sunday 27th April for a week of walks games, sports, characters and more.

We will be teaming up with Hartlepool Sport and Jack of Hearts CIC to bring you a range of activities and events that the whole family can get involved in. And who knows you might spot Fish Annie along the way! 

Make sure to follow @ExploreHartlepool on Facebook and Instagram for up to date information. Or head over to the webpage for ideas and activities

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Holidays at the Headland Launch

Come find Explore Hartlepool and Hartlepool Sport on the Town Moor for a day of sports, play, walks and more. 

Explore Hartlepool will be giving out free activity packs to take home that contain lots of things for you and the kids to do whatever the weather.

Click the link for more information

Have you got green fingers?

Did you know there is also a packet on sunflower seeds in your Holiday at the Headland activity pack? Even if you’ve never planted anything before we have an easy step to step showing you have to grown your own sunflowers. Have a look in your pack or go over to the Holidays at the Headland webpage and follow the instructions step by step. 

 

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Looking for something to do?

Head over to the Holidays at the Headland webpage for activities and ideas of things to do throughout the Easter Holidays. We know the holidays can feel like a long and expensive time so we’ve got ideas for you and the kids that won’t break the bank.

Can you spot the characters hidden on the Headland?

Join Explore Hartlepool and Jack of Hearts CIC for guided walks along the Headland featuring well know local characters Fish Annie and Rime of the Submerged Forest.  

 

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Grab your wellies and a bucket

The Headland is home to some amazing and unique wildlife so why not spend sometime at the beach trying to see as many as possible? Find the Explore Hartlepool guide to rock pooling either on our webpage or in your Holidays at the Headland activity pack. 

Remember: The packs are free to collect from the Heugh Battery Museum or the Headland Sports Centre free of charge.

 

It's the final day!

Today is the final day of our Holidays at the Headland campaign. Did you have fun? You still have time to complete the Headland trail in your pack. Complete the route and visit all the points. Take a picture of yourself and email tourism@hartlepool.gov.uk for the chance to win a prize. 

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