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Talking Tees Valley: Records and Dancing

26 October 2021

In this months pack we are looking at dance halls and music in the Tees Valley. From the Spa in Saltburn to the Queens Rink Ballroom in Hartlepool, the Tees Valley had many music and dancing halls that were popular with young and old alike.

This activity pack contains images, discussion points and activities for you to enjoy.

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Newspaper advert for the Queens Rink Ballroom in Hartlepool

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