Blot on landscape finally demolished

The demolition of an “eye-sore” derelict former social club in the centre of Hartlepool has been welcomed.

- Mark Payne

Work is well underway to bring down the old Engineers Club in Raby Road as part of a new multi-million pound re-development scheme.

Group First, a Lancashire-based property investment company, are clearing the site which has suffered from trespassers and antisocial behaviour for a number of years.

It is set to be replaced with new business units, a café, and storage facilties.

It is understood the business is also rejuvenating Advanced House business centre, which has stood empty for several months, next to the site.

Hartlepool MP Jonathan Brash has welcomed the private investment into the town.