• St. Hilda’s Church, Church Close, Hartlepool, County Durham TS24 0DA

The History of St Hilda's

St Hilda’s is the parish church of the Headland, a unique part of Hartlepool with a rich history and strong connection to the community. Centuries of worship and prayers are steeped into her masonry

St Hilda stained glass window

St Hilda's Timeline

In the 7th century, an exceptional woman rose to prominence in Hartlepool. Her name was Hild, and today she is known as St Hilda.

Grave stone in churchyard

Churchyard

Explore an index of the graves in the churchyard of St. Hilda’s

St. Hilda's Church interior

Architecture

The Architecture of St Hilda’s Church in its context.

St. Hilda's Church

Church Tour

Take a virtual tour in pictures around some of the church's notable features.