Historic maritime painting conservation framework to be introduced 4th September 2018 A painting conservation framework is to be introduced to conserve over 30 historic maritime paintings from Hull Maritime Museum’s collection. To support the design, development and delivery of the city’s major maritime heritage programme, Hull City Council require painting conservation services in advance of the main £27.4m project, scheduled for 2020 and subject to Heritage […] Read more Leisure & Culture
Repairs to Foredyke Bridge now complete 4th September 2018 Essential repair works to Foredyke Bridge have now been completed. Councillor Daren Hale, portfolio holder for strategic highways, said: “The completion of this vital scheme highlights our commitment to improving the city’s transport infrastructure, and although it took slightly longer than anticipated, the benefits will last for years to come. “I would like to thank […] Read more Transport & Streets
Ferens Art Gallery sees 91% increase in visitor numbers 4th July 2018 Visitor numbers for the first five months of the year at Ferens Art Gallery have shown a 91% increase from the same period prior to Hulls year as UK City of Culture 2017. The figures, comparing the first five months of 2018 and 2015*, are promising for both the gallery and the city as Hull […] Read more Leisure & Culture News
Council commits to securing future of Hulls Banksy as structural survey of Scott Street Bridge reveals it is a hazard to shipping 4th July 2018 Plans to preserve an artwork by Banksy on Scott Street Bridge have been revealed after a structural survey has found the bridge to be a hazardous structure. Whilst there is no immediate risk to shipping or the public, Hull City Council will press ahead with plans to appoint a contractor to carry out urgent works […] Read more Environment News
City centre to be seen in a new light as Golden Hour goes live 4th April 2018 Some of Hulls most treasured landmarks are set to take the spotlight as new permanent artistic lighting is switched on across the city centre. Complementing the recent transformation of the citys public realm, lighting specialist Nayan Kulkarnis artwork has been designed to draw the eye naturally from the ground up to the sky and is […] Read more Leisure & Culture
Hopewell Road resurfacing 4th January 2018 Hull City Council is undertaking essential carriageway resurfacing works in Hopewell Road and Amethyst Road from Monday 8 January Friday 16 February. The work will be split into three phases to minimise disruption and will be undertaken from Monday to Saturday, 7.30am 5.30pm. Drainage works will be carried out under temporary traffic lights, […] Read more Transport & Streets
UK Maritime Heritage Forum to be held at Hull, UK City of Culture 2017 4th October 2017 The ninth UK Maritime Heritage Forum (UKMHF) will be held at The Guildhall, Hull, this Thursday and Friday (5-6 October). Co-organised with Hull Maritime Museum (part of Hull City Council/Hull Culture and Leisure Ltd), the UK Maritime Heritage Forum is an annual two-day conference bringing together members of the UKs maritime heritage community, comprising maritime […] Read more Leisure & Culture
Excavations begin at the site of Henry VIII Hull Fortress 4th September 2017 Remains of King Henry VIIIs Hull fortress are being revealed this month as excavations take place at the site of the South Blockhouse. Two trenches have been opened, exposing parts of the brick structure, with the investigations due to take place throughout September. To coincide with Heritage Open Days, there will be two open days […] Read more Leisure & Culture