Hull to host free Royal Opera House live screening 20th May 2019 Hull will be the only city in Yorkshire to host a screening of the Royal Ballet’s adaptation of Romeo and Juliet – live from the Royal Opera House. Hull Minster will be filled with 600 seats for the free showing of Kenneth MacMillan’s celebrated ballet Romeo and Juliet on Tuesday 11 June at 7pm. A […] Read more Leisure & Culture News What's on Trinity Square
Big Malarkey Festival 2019 line-up announced 20th April 2019 The programme for this year’s Big Malarkey has been announced – with the help of a giant hippo. This year’s festival includes award-winning children’s authors Caroline Lawrence, who wrote the Roman mysteries series, and Lisa Williamson, who wrote The Art of Being Normal. Illustrator Nick Sharratt is also in the line-up, while actor Simon Callow […] Read more News What's on
Steps taken to address alcohol-influenced anti-social behaviour in Hull 20th March 2019 Hull City Council is taking steps to address alcohol-influenced anti-social behaviour in an area of the city. A Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) will continue to protect an area of Hull following a decision record approving an extension. It will apply to the former Riverside and Wyke areas of the city. The PSPO – established to […] Read more News
Meat Loaf fans in Hull won’t want to miss this show 20th March 2019 The music of a rock legend is coming to Hull next month. Steve Steinman’s Anything For Love – The Meat Loaf Story will come to the Bonus Arena on Wednesday 24 April. Musician Steve Steinman has been performing Meat Loaf’s back-catalogue for 28 years – with his newest production including more than 25 of Meat […] Read more Leisure & Culture News Bonus Arena
Homes in Hull may receive an unexpected knock on the door – here’s why 20th March 2019 A huge survey into the health habits of people in Hull is about to get under way. Hull City Council’s public health team will conduct the survey to learn more about the health and lifestyles of residents and what can be done to get people healthier. A total of 4,000 people aged over 16 will […] Read more News
Do you have what it takes to be Hull’s next Young Mayor? 20th March 2019 The search is on for Hull’s next Young Mayor. The Young Mayor represents young people in the city, acting for their opinions rather than for a political party. Last year, Emily Koyunca was elected as the city’s first Young Mayor. Councillor Peter Clark, portfolio holder for learning, skills and safeguarding children, said: “It’s important that […] Read more Education and Learning Young Mayor
Hull’s bridges in numbers – how many times were our bridges opened last year? 20th February 2019 For those that don’t already know, Hull is named after the river that runs through the centre of the city. Running from Beverley to the Humber, the river splits the city in two, east and west, Rovers and FC. But how much do you know about the bridges that connect the two halves of our […] Read more News Sculcoates Bridge
Share the love on National Love Your Pet Day 20th February 2019 Furry, feathered or even scaly friends are a much-loved part of the family for many Hull households. And today is the day to celebrate that love as the UK marks National Love Your Pet Day. With the East Park Animal Education Centre, Pearson Park aviary and of course The Deep, it comes as no surprise […] Read more News The Deep
Action taken on vacant buildings in Hull 20th February 2019 Action is being taken to tackle vacant buildings in Hull in danger of falling into disrepair. A register containing at-risk structures has been compiled by Hull City Council as part of a push to improve the look of the city. In extreme cases, the local authority will take formal action, including improving the safety or […] Read more News Planning
Your bin collection dates may be changing 20th September 2018 Changes to thousands of waste collection dates will take place at the beginning of October. Up to 50,000 households will have a different waste collection day as part of an overhaul of the service. Since 2014 a number of properties have been demolished, whilst other areas of the city have experienced significant growth. The review […] Read more Environment
Make a splash to start the summer 20th June 2018 Families will be able to make a splash this summer at six free paddling pools and water play areas at some of Hulls parks. The parks will open for the summer season and with what promises to be a scorcher, children will be able to use the water play areas and paddling pools to have […] Read more Leisure & Culture
Childrens literature festival set for second chapter in East Park 20th February 2018 A childrens literature festival which was one of the highlights of Hulls City of Culture year is ready to write a second chapter after securing new funding and a nomination for a major awards scheme. Produced by Hull Libraries, The Big Malarkey will return to East Park in Hull from 2024 June this year, with […] Read more Leisure & Culture
