But now they’re all gone and we are left with the memories of structures such as Jarrow and Brinkburn schools, the Gaslight pub and the old fire station in Keppel Street.
We’ve said goodbye to Wouldhave House, West Park Community Centre, Hebburn Swimming Pool and Civic Centre.
We have searched the archives to find photos of the last days of these famous buildings. How many do you remember?
Take a look and tell us more.
5. The old Hartlepool College of Further Education building
We said goodbye to the old Hartlepool College of Further Education building in 2012 and got a brand new, £53m college in its place. | JPIMedia Resell Photo: Tom Yeoman
6. Steetley Chimney.
A reminder of the demolition of the Steetley Chimney in 2012. For years, it was a landmark on the Hartlepool skyline. | JPIMedia Resell Photo: TY
7. The end of the bus station
The old bus depot made way in 1993 as part of the changing face of Hartlepool town centre at the time. | JPIMedia Resell Photo: HM
8. Bringing down the Brus Arms
Back to 2009 for this view of the Brus Arms. | JPIMedia Resell Photo: FLR