Continuing the dive into some of Hull’s most cherished independent venues, today we stop at The Polar Bear, on Spring Bank.
Dating back all the way to the late 19th Century, The Polar Bear has evolved from a Victorian pub into one of Hull’s most beloved music venues. The stunning Grade II listed building retains many of its original features, including stained glass windows that cast colourful shadows across the venue and its performers – many of whom are often taking their first-steps onto the stage and into the spotlight.
For those wondering where ‘the Bear’ gets its unique name from, the pub stands opposite the former Hull Zoological Gardens – a forgotten Victorian attraction that stood on the corner of Spring Bank and Princes Avenue.
Today, The Polar Bear is renowned for its eclectic programming. The venue’s recent renaissance has seen it become a hub for Hull’s thriving music scene, thanks in large part to it being the home of ‘The Sesh’ – a weekly live music night that attracts musicians from all over the country.
The beer garden, with its distinctive mural depicting polar bears and whaling ships, has also become an Instagram favorite.
If you love live music, good people and even better times, the Bear has always got your back.
