The 34 vessels that have called Hartlepool home for the last four days moved out of the port and marina early on Sunday morning and spent several hours just of the coast.
Here are a selection of memorable images captured by Frank Reid and Bernadette Malcolmson.
13. On the waves
A tall ship off the coast of Hartlepool. Picture by FRANK REID Photo: Frank Reid
14. Safe journey
Vessels standing off Hartlepool as they prepare for the second leg of the 2023 Tall Ships Races. Picture by FRANK REID Photo: Frank Reid
15. Seeing them off
Photographers and the public grab one of the best viewing points to see the tall ships on Sunday. Picture by FRANK REID Photo: Frank Reid
16. Flags flying
Vessels leave the dock of Hartlepool as they prepare for the 2nd leg of the 2023 Tall Ships Race. Picture by FRANK REID Photo: Frank Reid