Joseph Hardstaff (9 November 1882 – 2 April 1947) was an English first-class cricketer who played for Nottinghamshire and England.

Hardstaff made his debut during 1902, playing one match against Lancashire scoring 2.

He was primarily a middle-order batsman, though he occasionally bowled medium, especially after the war.

His subsequent form precluded further selection for although he passed 1000 runs seven times in England, and once on his sole overseas tour.

His appearances at International level were limited because of the inclusion of his son Joe Hardstaff Jr in the England team from the mid-1930s.