Friday 21st to Sunday 23rd November
Across Hartlepool Headland
12° N
The 12° N Project embeds local artists within Hartlepool communities to co-create inclusive, imaginative activities shaped by residents’ interests and lived experiences. This year, the project celebrates the theme of Constellations — a reflection of creativity, community and unity.
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'Nova' By Studio Vertigo
Croft Gardens (Tea Gardens)
from Friday 21 November to Sunday 23 November 2025
'Nova' By Studio Vertigo
A Nova is a transient astronomical event which causes a star to quickly increase the strength of light it emits. This dramatic process takes place when a star reignites after remaining dormant, sometimes for eons. The Nova sculpture is based on the mystical Star of the East, which astronomers now believe was actually a nova. As a spectator, you will feel like you are experiencing a nova or ”new” star - mighty and dazzling.
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About the artists and work
A Nova is a transient astronomical event which causes a star to quickly increase the strength of the light it emits. This dramatic process takes place when a star reignites after lying dormant for many years.
The Nova artwork is based on the mythical Star of the East which astronomers now believe was actually a nova. As a spectator, you will feel like you are experiencing a nova, or ‘new’ star – mighty and dazzling.
The artwork is a bold sculptural form, a visually complex lantern that also comes to life with smoke effects. It has over 56,000 laser profiled apertures which allow the internal light source to shine through its reflective metal surface, creating swirling galaxy patterns on the star and projecting light onto the ground.
Accessibility and suitability
Not all events have step-free access as the festival is situated within heritage site. The festival has accessible toilet facilities and is largely designed to be suitable for all ages and needs. Please check individual events for content warnings and age restrictions. Visitors with additional access requirements or concerns should notify the venue or organisers in advance. A free companion ticket is available with proof of eligibility, please get in touch at hello@wintertidefestival.co.uk for more information
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Photograph: Studio Nova
Installation produced by Studio Nova