Friday 21st to Sunday 23rd November
Across Hartlepool Headland
Creel & Cosmos
Inspired by traditional withy weaving and lobster creel techniques, the structure is draped with handmade and reclaimed fishing nets, including salvaged ghost nets, connecting craft, community, and care for the seas.
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Creed & Cosmos
Town Wall
from Friday 21 November to Sunday 23 November 2025
Creel & Cosmos
Step inside Creel & Cosmos, where maritime heritage meets celestial wonder.
Inspired by traditional withy weaving and lobster creel techniques, the structure is draped with handmade and reclaimed fishing nets, including salvaged ghost nets, connecting craft, community, and care for the seas. The framework, painted in phosphorescent hues, glows with starlit points, guiding you toward a woven textile cosmos within.
Inside, light-based textile technologies create a magical nebula, inviting viewers to peer in, lose themselves, and immerse in a universe where heritage, craft, and community shine together.
A celebration of the sea, the stars, and the art of weaving worlds.
Schedule
Type
Location
Start Date
End Date
Art Trail
Art Trail
Town Wall
5:00 pm
Friday, 21 November 2025
8:00 pm
Friday, 21 November 2025
Art Trail
Art Trail
Town Wall
2:00 pm
Saturday, 22 November 2025
8:00 pm
Saturday, 22 November 2025
Art Trail
Art Trail
Town Wall
2:00 pm
Sunday, 23 November 2025
8:00 pm
Sunday, 23 November 2025
About the artists and work
This is part of the 12°N Project, which 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. Just as stars form patterns in the night sky, Wintertide Festival seeks to illuminate the power of connection: between people, places and stories.
Accessibility and suitability
We can not guarantee that events have step-free access as it is situated within a 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.
Artists and studios
Sponsors and partners
12°N
Project
Wintertide Festival
Organiser
Credits
An installation by artists Maureen Hanley, Michelle Garnett and participants from START.
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