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.
17. Seaton baths in 1978
Demolition work nears completion on Seaton swimming baths. Did you learn to swim there? | JPIMedia Resell Photo: Hartlepool Mail
18. The Hartlepool water tower on Cemetery Road
The end for the Hartlepool water tower on Cemetery Road in 1978. | JPIMedia Resell Photo: Hartlepool Mail
19. The end for a Hartlepool pub in 2008
Demolition work at the Shakespeare in Catcote Road. Was this a town favourite of yours? | JPIMedia Resell Photo: TC
20. Council offices coming down
Easington Council Offices in Seaside Lane, Easington Colliery. Here they are facing demolition in 2013. | JPIMedia Resell Photo: Picture by Kevin Brady