Jane Robinson enjoying a tub of ice-cream at the Block Sands Paddling Pool on Hartlepool Headland in 1964.

Jane and Paul Robinson splashing about in the Block Sands Paddling Pool in 1964.

Paul Robinson at the Block Sands Paddling Pool in 1964 - he might need his spade to carry out some repairs on the pool steps!

Two young lads digging for bait on the Fish Sands in 1952.

A view of the Block Sands and outdoor swimming pool taken in 1952 from the New Pier. The diving platform and water shute are clearly visible on the seaward side of the pool.

Taken on a lovely summer's day, the image shows the paddling pool and a clear view of the North Steel Works across the bay.

Taken around 1954.

Fishing boats moored on Fish Sands. Sandwell Gate, in the town wall, in the background.

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John Robinson and his cousins enjoying a day on the beach next to the breakwater on Hartlepool Headland in 1948.

A young Paul Robinson by the Pilot Pier in 1970.

John Robinson looks on as kayakers prepare to take to the water in 1970.

Part of The Croft next to the Fish Sands. The middle section for tenants. On right coble build. Note doors & launch ramp. Demolished early 1900

In the 1950s, some rowing boats owners would take people round the bay. This image would be 1953 or 4. Middleton can clearly be seen across the harbour.

Children on the beach in front of the Croft. There seems to be a mixture of children with some well dressed and others not. One child to the right of the group has a crutch.

Cambridge Buildings on left behind beach. Public House. Freemason's arms in centre was demolished in 1906 (also called Jane Hunter on the Sands)

Taken in the early 1950s, the image shows there is little space on the Fish Sands. There are also some rather large prams on the sands in those pre buggy days, and it must have taken some effort to get them down the steps and across the sand !

A large crowd on the Fish Sands who would have to retreat soon as the tide was coming in! Note the little landing stages for pleasure boats and the Harbour of Refuge (Pot House) pub above the town wall.

The photo was circa 1953-4