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Hartlepool's Maritime Experience, a superb re-creation of an 18th century seaport is a fantastic place to visit for families, groups and schools - in fact everybody. It brings to life the time of Nelson, Napoleon and the Battle of Trafalgar.

Travel back in our mari-time machine to experience how it was aboard a real British naval frigate, two centuries ago. Explore the historic quayside, featuring 'Pressganged', 'Fighting Ships', realistic period shops and houses and much more.

Talk to our guides - all in authentic period dress, marvel at Britain's oldest warship afloat HMS Trincomalee, find out about all our events and discover the fascinating maritime Museum of Hartlepool.

All your visitor information is here, so have a fabulous, fun day out at the North East of England's Premier Maritime Attraction.

New features

• HMS Trincomalee Exhibition
• Viewing Balcony overlooking HMS Trincomalee
• Upgrading and re-design of the Maritime Adventure Centre
• Restoration of P.S.S. Wingfield Castle

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HRH The Duke of Edinburgh drops in HMS Trincomalee welcomed a very special guest on Friday 6th March. HRH The Duke of Edinburgh, who is Patron of the Trust arrived by helicopter and enjoyed a tour of all latest developments and displays. Read Story | News Archive

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