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Forgotten part of Tees history to be documented by film-maker

FAMILIES who lived in temporary houseboats along the Tees Estuary to fish for salmon, up until the 1980s, are to be documented by a film-maker and academic from Teesside University. The forgotten piece of Teesside's history is to be brought to life in ...

Forgotten part of Tees history to be documented by film-maker

For about a century, Greatham Creek, a tributary of the Tees near Hartlepool, was a popular destination for families who would set up temporary homes in houseboats and cabins along the river, where they fished for salmon in the summer months.

Reviving memories of Greatham Creek

For around a century, Greatham Creek near Hartlepool was a popular destination for families and individuals from across the region who would to set up temporary homes in houseboats and cabins along the river where they fished for salmon during the ...

New film to remember the glory days of Greatham Creek

... Creek with his dad,” said Warren. “He said when his dad wasn't working, they would go there for the day to fish for salmon.” Anyone who would like to share their stories about Greatham Creek can contact Warren at w.harrison@tees.ac.uk or 01642 342376.

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