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Location: North East

Category: Days Out

	Hartlepool's Maritime Experience Jackson Dock Maritime Avenue Hartlepool TS24 0XZ Telephone: 01429 860077 Fax: 01429 867332 Email: info@hartlepoolsmaritimeexperience.com Website: www.hartlepoolsmaritimeexperience.com

	Hartlepool's Historic Quay provides a fascinating insight into life at sea, and on shore during the 18th century. The quay is a reconstructed sea-port, which includes shops and stalls, brought to life with taped dialogue. Another major attraction is the restored HMS Trincomalee, which is Britain's oldest floating warship. Children will love the Maritime Adventure Centre, where there are hands-on activities on a nautical theme, and outside there is a huge wooden playship to explore. The Bistro & Quayside Coffee Shop offers a good range of meals - or if you want just a light snack or drink, you could visit the Wingfield Castle Paddle Steamer. Adjacent to the quay is the Museum of Hartlepool (admission free) which traces the history of Hartlepool.
	Open: Daily : 10.00 - 17.00 Closed : Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year's Day Admission: Adult: £6.25 Child: £3.75 Family: £16.50 (2 adults and up to 3 children) Children under 5: free of charge