OPEN DAYS

Discover your future at The Northern School of Art.

BOOK YOUR PLACE

Complete the form below and we will see you at our Hartlepool Campus!

TRAVELING TO CAMPUS

Travelling by car, you can reach the campus from A19 approaching from the North and South. From the A19, turn onto the A689 sign posted Hartlepool. Continue on the A689 for approximately 5 miles to the town centre. At the traffic lights adjacent to the Fire Station, turn right onto Hucklehoven Way. There is on-street pay and display parking available within walking distance of the Church Square campus.

***If you are using a SATNAV to reach our Church Street building please use this postcode which will take you to our carpark: TS24 7DJ or Parking is available behind the Leadbitter Building. Postcode for Sat Nav: TS24 7EX

Long distance coaches stop in Stockton Street too, only a few minutes walk from the campus. The train station is also situated off Church Street.

OPEN DAY FAQS...

WHAT SHOULD I EXPECT/TIMINGS OF THE DAY?

The Open Day starts at 10:00 and lasts approximately 4 hours, with a complementary lunch is provided from 12:30 onwards. Please arrive around 10 minutes before your start time to allow for check-in.

You’re welcome to stay for the whole event or leave earlier if you need to. The day is designed to be flexible and relaxed but to get the most out of the experience, we recommend arriving at 10:00 and staying for the length of the event.

You’ll explore our specialist studios, see real student work, meet tutors and current students, and get a feel for what studying here is actually like.

There will be time to ask questions, have informal conversations and look around at your own pace.

CAN I BRING SOMEONE WITH ME?

Yes. Parents, carers, friends or supporters are very welcome to attend with you.

They’ll also have opportunities to ask questions and learn more about studying at The Northern School of Art.

IS THE CAMPUS ACCESSIBLE?

Yes. Our Hartlepool HE Campus is accessible, and we’re happy to support any access requirements.

If you have specific needs or would like to discuss access in advance, please get in touch before the Open Day and we’ll do everything we can to make your visit comfortable.

studentrecruitment@northernart.ac.uk

WHAT ELSE IS THERE TO DO IN HARTLEPOOL DURING OUR VISIT?

Hartlepool has plenty to explore while you’re here. From the marina and seafront to cafés, shops and cultural spots, it’s easy to make a day of your visit.

If you’re planning to spend a bit more time in the town, you can find ideas and recommendations here:
Things To Do - Hartlepool
Visit Tees Valley

WHERE TO STAY IN HARTLEPOOL?

If you’re travelling from further afield, there is a range of accommodation options available across Hartlepool and the surrounding area, from independent guesthouses to national hotel brands.

As part of our commitment to supporting visitors to The Northern School of Art, we’re pleased to share an exclusive 25% discount with our local partner, The Grand Hotel, Hartlepool - a centrally located hotel within easy reach of our Church Square campus and the town centre.

How to claim the offer:
Once you’ve booked your open day, simply contact the hotel directly and mention The Northern School of Art Open Day discount when making your reservation. You’ll be asked to show your open day booking confirmation at check-in to validate the offer.

The Grand Hotel, Hartlepool
Swainson Street, Hartlepool, TS24 8AA
📞 01429 266345
🌐 grandhotelhartlepool.co.uk

We recommend booking early, as availability may be limited during busy periods.