Hullywood: Why the film industry has taken a shine to Hull 22nd October 2021 The cobbled streets and historic buildings of Hull’s Old Town were recently the backdrop for Enola Holmes 2 – the next instalment of the hit Netflix franchise. Enola Holmes 2 was the latest in a string of productions to have been shot in Hull following the likes of The Personal History of David Copperfield and […] Read more Business News Regeneration Enola Holmes 2Hull film locationHull Old TownScreen Yorkshire
Motorists encouraged to find a different way to travel as part of World Car Free Day 2021 22nd September 2021 Motorists across Hull are being encouraged to walk or cycle as part of World Car Free Day 2021. Every year on 22 September people across the world are encouraged to give up their cars and choose a more active form of travelling. And with a growing network of more visible and safer cycle lanes across […] Read more News Transport & Streets Councillor Dean KirkCycle lanesEuropean Commission for Sustainable Urban MobilityWorld Car Free Day
First look at Ferens Open Exhibition 2021 22nd July 2021 The Ferens Open Exhibition is back. The exhibition, which celebrates some of the best artistic talent in the region, opens at Ferens Art Gallery on Saturday 24 July at 12 noon. The exhibition features more than 270 artworks including paintings, sculptures, photography, ceramics, textiles and film produced by local amateur and professional artists. Many of […] Read more Ferens Leisure & Culture News What's on Christopher TanseyCouncillor Marjorie BrabazonErin LedsomFerens Open Exhibition 2021
Business start-ups in Hull can now apply for up to £5,000 grants 22nd July 2021 Hull City Council has launched a new grant scheme which will deliver up to £5,000 for start-up businesses in the city. The scheme, through Government funding, will allow the council to help the local economy’s recovery from the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic while supporting business formation and growth. It is aimed at new Hull […] Read more Business News Regeneration Business supportCouncillor Daren HaleFederation of Small BusinessesGrant funding
Expansion of west Hull school will offer new opportunities 22nd July 2021 Work is to begin on a £6 million expansion of The Boulevard Academy, which will increase student capacity and enable the school to offer new courses from September 2022. The Boulevard Academy on Massey Close, west Hull, famously occupies the site of Hull FCs former Boulevard ground, and was initially built to accommodate 600 students […] Read more Education and Learning News Boulevard AcademyCouncillor Shane McMurrayHull Esteem ConsortiumHull Schools
Huge weekend of culture set to shine light on Hull’s creativity and talent 22nd June 2021 Hull-based cultural development organisation Absolutely Cultured has announced its programme for Creative Hull – a weekend-long celebration of Hull’s creativity. Taking place from the 16 -18 July, the weekend will showcase many local artists, residents, community groups and cultural organisations. More than 60 different activities are now confirmed, taking place in existing venues, disused shops […] Read more Ferens Leisure & Culture News What's on Absolutely CulturedCreative HullFerens Art GalleryGroundMiddle ChildPride in Hull
Residents asked to submit household information 22nd June 2021 This week Hull City Council’s annual electoral register canvass begins. Households who have a registered email address on the electoral register will receive an email from electoral.services@hullcc.gov.uk at the council asking them to check their household voter registration details. The annual canvass takes place to allow the council to keep the electoral register up-to-date, and all […] Read more Council Government and Democracy News annual canvasselectionsMatt Jukes
Hull buildings and landmarks to be lit up green on Thursday 22nd June 2021 Hull’s best-loved buildings will be lit up in green in support of national healthcare and first aid charity St John Ambulance on Thursday for St John’s Day. ‘Light It Green’ is a national initiative to mark a focal point of the charity’s annual calendar of activity, when the team of volunteers and staff reflect on […] Read more Civic Hull City Hall Museums News Andrew Marvell StatueHull GuildhallHull Maritime MuseumHull MinsterHull Plaza WalkwayQueen Victoria StatueSt John AmbulanceSt John’s DayWilliam Wilberforce Statue
Illegal tobacco discovered beneath concrete floor 22nd June 2021 A warning over has been issued after counterfeit tobacco was discovered in a raids on a Hull shop. Hull City Council’s Trading Standards Team, working with colleagues in Humberside Police, seized the illegal goods after they were discovered hidden beneath a floor. The illicit goods were concealed in a hydraulically operated hidden compartment under a […] Read more News Public Health Chris WilsoncigarettesCllr Gwen Lunnillicit tobaccoKeep It OutPublic healthTrading Standards
Litter warning in Hull after fines of almost £13,000 handed out 22nd June 2021 People in Hull are again being urged to dispose of their litter responsibly after residents who failed to pay fixed penalties were fined nearly £13,000 and told they could face a criminal record. Residents have been asked to use litter bins provided by the council or take waste home to be disposed of responsibly. The […] Read more News Waste Councillor Rosie NicolaKeep Britain TidyLA Support Ltdlitter enforcement
Hull schools invited to get involved in Rugby League World Cup competition 22nd April 2021 Rugby League World Cup 2021 (RLWC2021) has launched a competition giving schools across England the chance to win an exclusive trophy visit and tournament merchandise. Pupils from schools across Hull have been challenged with showcasing why their city is the perfect host for this year’s tournament, which will see 21 nations arrive in England for […] Read more Leisure & Culture News Sport Stadium competitionRLWC2021Rugby League World Cup 2021schools
More love for the Truelove Flag 22nd April 2021 A long due conservation treatment on the 147 year-old Truelove flag from the Hull Maritime Museum is now complete. The 15ft (4.57m) Truelove flag, dating back to 1873 and on display at height for more than 40 years on the main wall within the whaling gallery, was lowered by technicians on January to enable conservation […] Read more Leisure & Culture News Regeneration Hull Maritime MuseumHull Maritime ProjectHull: Yorkshire’s Maritime CityTruelove flag
