The detached property, which features original sandstone ashlar dressings, has over 350 square metres of land which could accommodate an extension subject to planning approval.

Dale Clarke, the Council’s Estates and Regeneration Manager, said: “We have had a number of enquiries about the lodge so far and are pleased with the level of interest. It’s a very attractive building in a good, accessible location and we are keen to see it brought back into appropriate use. If people are interested but haven’t yet come forward, they still have a few days left to do so and we look forward to hearing from them.”

For further details, call Hartlepool Council on 01429-523064, email fiona.bullen@hartlepool.gov.uk or craig.temple@hartlepool.gov.uk

Alternatively, visit hartlepool.gov.uk/propertysearch