Plans for rebrand of Hull’s landmark Europa House approved 4th February 2020 Plans for the transformation of one of Hull’s landmark buildings have been approved. Work to redevelop the distinctive gold-clad Europa House could start within months after permission was granted for an upgrade that could create 600 jobs. The plans by developers Allenby Commercial would see the building on the corner of Anlaby Road and Ferensway […] Read more Business News Regeneration Allenby CommercialAnlaby RoadEuropa HouseFerensway
Trinity Market in Hull named in UK’s top 10 favourites list 4th December 2019 Trinity Market in Hull’s Old Town has been named as one of the UK’s favourite markets. The indoor market has been voted as one of the country’s top 10 markets in a poll by the National Association of British Markets (NABMA). The finalists will now take part in a judging process before one market will […] Read more Business News Regeneration Great British Market AwardsHull Old TownNABMATrinity Market
Update: Woodford Leisure Centre swimming pools to remain closed until further notice 4th December 2019 An issue with the heating system at Woodford Leisure Centre means all three swimming pools at the facility will remain closed until further notice. The pools closed on Friday as Hull City Council teams worked to resolve the issue. Councillor Dave Craker, Hull City Council’s portfolio holder for culture, leisure and tourism, said: “The council’s […] Read more Leisure & Culture News Sport HCALWoodford
Teen judo star given free access to Hull leisure facilities 4th December 2019 A talented teenage athlete from Hull has been awarded an annual membership to Hull’s leisure facilities as part of a scheme to help the city’s future sporting stars reach world-class podiums. Tommy Jackson, 14, from east Hull, has become the second young person to receive the award through the Hull Culture and Leisure (HCAL) Talented […] Read more Leisure & Culture News Sport Councillor Marjorie BrabazonEast Yorkshire Judo AcademyHCALJudoTalented Athlete Scheme
Hull’s first Christmas Tree Festival opened by Lord Mayor 4th December 2019 Hull’s first Christmas Tree Festival is now open at Hull Minster. The Lord Mayor, Councillor Steve Wilson opened the festival alongside Bishop Alan White, the Veterans’ Choir and a piper. Of 25 trees entered for display, judges named Ganton School’s tree the best and the team behind it will be invited for afternoon tea in […] Read more Christmas Civic News Christmas 2019Christmas HullCouncillor Steve WilsonHull MinsterLord Mayor
Watch as Hull’s A63 bridge is moved into place 4th November 2019 A new bridge connecting Hull city centre to its waterfront is now in place. The 60-metre, 150-tonne footbridge was moved into position over the A63 dual carriageway overnight on Saturday 2 November. And timelapse footage showing the journey made by the huge structure has been released today. Watch the bridge move below: The A63 […] Read more Business News Regeneration Transport & Streets A63A63 footbridgeCouncillor Daren HaleNational Highways
Watch Hull Fair come to life in this amazing timelapse 4th October 2019 Check out this fantastic timelapse courtesy of KCOM and watch the Walton Street fairground come to life. Read more Leisure & Culture News What's on Hull FairWalton Street
Meet Gilbert – Hull Fair’s oldest showman 4th October 2019 Gilbert has been attending his beloved fair for more than 50 years. Read more News What's on Hull FairWalton Street
Young Hull readers out of this world ahead of space-themed fREADom Quest event 4th October 2019 More than 1,000 Hull children are feeling over the moon after taking part in this year’s fREADom Quest to read six books over the summer holidays. That’s because the 1,200 children who completed the quest are now invited to attend a space-themed event at Hull City Hall on Sunday. Nick Arnold, author of the Horrible […] Read more Education and Learning Hull City Hall Leisure & Culture News fREADom QuestHull Libraries
Young artists invited to display work at Ferens Art Gallery 4th October 2019 Artists aged 15 and under are being invited to show off their talents at this year’s Junior Open at Ferens Art Gallery. This exciting opportunity offers children a chance to see their artwork on display with the renowned Ferens Art Gallery permanent collection. The artworks selected will be shown in an exhibition in Ferens Art […] Read more Ferens Leisure & Culture News ArtCouncillor Marjorie BrabazonFerens Art GalleryJunior OpenYoung artists
Find out why 150 people are forming human mosaic in Trinity Square 4th October 2019 150 people will form a human mosaic in Trinity Square on Saturday to celebrate 25 years of Fairtrade. The mosaic will form the familiar and iconic shape of the Fairtrade Mark. It will include some of Hull’s blue-coated City of Culture volunteers, as well as Fairtrade campaigners from around the region dressed in the iconic […] Read more News FairtradeFairtrade YorkshireTrinity MarketTrinity Square
Shared Lives carers recognised for their hard work 4th September 2019 Residents who have cared for vulnerable adults for almost 20 years have been recognised for their hard work. The Shared Lives scheme was launched in 2000, giving carers the opportunity to open up their homes to care and support some of the city’s most vulnerable people. But many residents were already providing this vital care […] Read more Adult social care Health and Social Care News Councillor Gwen LunnLord MayorShared Lives
