Destination Hartlepool

Summerhill is a 100 acre Country Park on the edge of Hartlepool that has been transformed for conservation and outdoor sports. The site includes open access facilities for rock climbing, cycling, walking, orienteering and play. Staff at the Visitor Centre run activity sessions in archery, high ropes, rock climbing, orienteering, team games, nature study and crafts for groups and the general public.

Summerhill has a Boulder Park, the largest of its type in Europe, a BMX cycling course, a high level ropes course and facilities for archery. In addition Summerhill is a Local Nature Reserve and has ornithological and archaeological interest.

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You can hire Summerhill as a venue for your meeting, party or event.  The Visitor Centre has space for 80 people and there is lots of outdoor space suitable for events.  There is a large car park which is free to use.