Exhibition explores heritage and traditions of Hull refugees 12th December 2019 A community of refugees are sharing their cultural heritage and traditions in a new exhibition. Hull’s Banyamulenge community fled conflict in Democratic Republic of Congo eight years ago. Their exhibition, Minority Voice, is on display at Hull History Centre until January 18. The exhibition includes examples and photographs of art and artefacts, and video footage […] Read more Leisure & Culture Museums News What's on BanyamulengeHull History Centre
Changes made at Hull’s household waste and recycling centres 12th November 2019 Recyclers in Hull are being urged to sort bags of mixed waste before visiting household waste and recycling centres. Changes are being made to improve the city’s recycling efforts after it was found around two-thirds of bagged waste contained items easy to recycle such as textiles, glass bottles, cans, paper, cardboard, plastics and electrical items. […] Read more News Transport & Streets Councillor Anita HarrisonenvironmentHousehold waste and recycling centresrecycling
Trinity Market transformed into winter wonderland 12th November 2019 Hull’s thriving Trinity Market is getting into the Christmas spirit this year after a festive transformation. The market’s food hall will be converted into a winter wonderland with twinkling lights, greenery and a Christmas wishing tree ahead of a series of events. A Christmas kids’ zone with snow and a sleigh will be in place, […] Read more Christmas Leisure & Culture News What's on Christmas 2019Christmas HullJed and GaryMiddle Child TheatreTrinity Market
How the perfect Christmas tree was chosen for Hull city centre 12th November 2019 Visitors to Hull city centre may be feeling more festive after a 52ft Norway spruce arrived in Queen Victoria Square. At 6am on Friday, the conifer arrived in the square before a five-strong team lifted, pivoted and settled it into its plot, taking time to ensure it stands perfectly straight from every angle. The evergreen, […] Read more Christmas News Christmas 2019Hull Christmas 2019Hull Christmas tree
5 things to do in Hull this weekend 12th September 2019 This weekend’s offerings in Hull include a free festival and a free look at some of the city’s most important heritage sites, plus some theatre, art and music for good measure. Here are 5 things to do in Hull this weekend. 1. Hull Old Town Festival Trinity Square 14 September 11am-4pm Free A free event […] Read more Hull New Theatre Leisure & Culture News What's on ArtlinkFootnotes On EqualityHull Old Town FestivalJubilee CentralThe Paul Mirfin BandTrinity SquareUp N Under
Comedy legend Ben Elton coming to Hull for first tour in 15 years 12th September 2019 One of the UK’s most popular stand-up comedians is coming to Hull next month. Ben Elton will bring his self-proclaimed “searing, scintillating, savagely hilarious” new show to Hull City Hall on Tuesday 8 October. It is the first tour for 15 years for the legendary comedian and writer, who co-penned TV programmes including Blackadder and […] Read more Hull City Hall Leisure & Culture News What's on Ben EltonStand-up comedy
See inside exciting new Glass House complex in Queens Gardens 12th September 2019 A hotly anticipated Hull apartment development will be revealed at a launch event at the Ferens Art Gallery. The luxury Glass House complex next to Queens Gardens is expected to be completed in March next year. And now Iguana Developments, the Hull firm behind the project, is inviting people to get a first look inside […] Read more Business Ferens News Regeneration Glass HouseIguana DevelopmentsQueens Gardens
Two men caught fly-tipping in Hull – can you identify them? 12th August 2019 Can you help identify these two men that were caught dumping bags of rubbish in Mayfield Street? The incident was captured on CCTV footage which shows the two men fly-tipping bags of waste near black bins at 4.37pm on Friday 26 July. Anyone with information to help identify the offender should call 01482 300 300, […] Read more Environment News Waste Caught on cameraCCTVCouncillor Anita HarrisonFly-tippingMayfield Street
Major Hull maritime project at heart of Nautical Institute relaunch 12th August 2019 A major Hull maritime project will take centre-stage as members of the Nautical Institute relaunch their local branch. Regional organisers of the global body for maritime professionals will be joined by key figures from the Hull: Yorkshire’s Maritime City project at an event next month. Campaigners who are working to return the historic trawler Viola […] Read more News What's on GuildhallHull: Yorkshire’s Maritime CityNautical InstituteThe Viola
Rugby fans in Hull donate 78 trays of food to local communities 12th August 2019 Rugby league fans in Hull are being asked to donate food to help local communities this summer. An impressive 78 trays of non-perishable food items were donated at two matches in April. Now food collections will take place at Hull KR’s match on Friday 6 September and Hull FC’s match on Saturday 17 August. Fans […] Read more News Public Health Councillor Stephen BradyCraven ParkFairShareHull FCHull KRKCOM StadiumNHS Hull CCGWest Park
Free and low-cost family events in Hull this week 12th August 2019 Even more free and low-cost summer family events are happening in Hull this week. Change4Life and Hull City Council have teamed up with youth centres, children’s centres, parks and volunteers across the city to give children in the city a healthy and fun summer that is packed with activities. Here are this week’s activities: Tuesday 13 […] Read more News What's on Change4LifeHull City CouncilKing George V Playing FieldsNoddle Hill Nature ReserveOctagon CafeSt Michael's Youth ProjectStonebridge ParkWaudby Centre
5 things to do in Hull this weekend 12th July 2019 We are encouraging you to stretch your weekend into Tuesday and even Wednesday this week, to make sure you don’t miss out on anything. Lots of theatre, a huge free music festival and yet more stomping around other people’s gardens are on offer in the city. Here are 5 things to do in Hull this […] Read more Hull City Hall Hull New Theatre Leisure & Culture News 5 things to do in Hull this weekendHull Central LibraryHull Truck TheatreHumber Street GalleryMiddle Child TheatreNew Music BiennialPRS FoundationThe Avenues
