Prince Philip is 99 today and has been a regular visitor to our town over the years.
He is the chairman of the Trincomalee Trust and has often come to the town to admire our maritime heritage.
Let’s take a look at some wonderful moments from his visits in times gone by.
1. So smart for a special occasion
Prince Philip has always spared time to chat to locals on his visits to Hartlepool. Photo: TC
2. A wave for the crowds
It was a snowy day but Prince Phillip still took time to acknowledge the visitors who came to see him at HMS Warrior on a snowy March day back in 1980. Photo: hm
3. Taking a look round
HMS Trincomalee's visitor experience is well worth a look as the Prince found out in this visit 11 years ago. Photo: TC
4. A royal walkabout in 1977
Prince Philip is pictured opposite Woolworths during a royal walkabout in Hartlepool town centre as part of the Silver Jubilee visit in 1977. Can you spot anyone you know in the background? Photo: hm