Day: 12 March 2020

View article 5 things to do in Hull this weekend

5 things to do in Hull this weekend

Head into Hull city centre this weekend for a fantastic immersive installation and pop in to see one of the region’s biggest regular art exhibitions. One of Hull’s most popular bands will return, while theatre and more art rounds out another cracking weekend of activities in the city. Here are 5 things to do in […]

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View article Glitter at the ready as Hull council worker competes for Strictly title

Glitter at the ready as Hull council worker competes for Strictly title

On a normal day, Graham Paddock works on tackling antisocial behaviour across Hull’s neighbourhoods. Now he is donning sparkles and shining shoes as he joins 11 other amateur dancers to compete in this year’s Strictly Learn to Dance contest. The competition, hosted each year by charity Dove House Hospice, involves 24 members of the public […]

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View article Dutch Cadets to visit Hull to trace steps of Second World War soldier

Dutch Cadets to visit Hull to trace steps of Second World War soldier

Twenty-five Cadets and two teachers from the Netherlands will visit Hull as part of a project to trace the steps of a Second World War soldier. Corporal Richard Sydney Huitt, who began his military journey in Hull, was killed in action and buried in the grounds of the Cadets’ school in the Netherlands. The Cadets […]

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View article Exhibition explores heritage and traditions of Hull refugees

Exhibition explores heritage and traditions of Hull refugees

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 […]

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View article Changes made at Hull’s household waste and recycling centres

Changes made at Hull’s household waste and recycling centres

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. […]

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View article Trinity Market transformed into winter wonderland

Trinity Market transformed into winter wonderland

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, […]

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View article 5 things to do in Hull this weekend

5 things to do in Hull this weekend

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 […]

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View article Comedy legend Ben Elton coming to Hull for first tour in 15 years

Comedy legend Ben Elton coming to Hull for first tour in 15 years

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 […]

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