Thanks for the comments. You are probably correct about the Tall Ships going to Hartlepool. If you can suggest any good real ale pubs in that area who may be interested in stocking the Tall Ships Ale 3.9%ABV, while the race is there, please let me know.
It proved very popular around the Tyne when they were here.
It is an occasional brew but it can be done if required.
Cheers, Northern Brewer.