EIGHT hundred years of North-East history were celebrated at the weekend.
The Hartlepool local history fair took place in the borough hall on Saturday - eight centuries after the town was granted its royal charter.
Residents could find out about the town's history, as well as the background to their own families.
The event was organised by the Headland Local History Society and was opened by the mayor of Hartlepool, Councillor Douglas Ferriday.
The organiser, Councillor Kevin Kelly, said: "This is the first time we have attempted anything like this. Hopefully it will become an annual event, attracting more and more displays and people."
Both St Hilda's and St Mary's churches opened as part of the celebrations, so people could experience some of the town's religious and architectural history.
The fair was part of the town's 800th charter celebrations, being held throughout the year to mark the anniversary of the granting of a charter by King John.
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