Next steps for National Picture Theatre announced 11th April 2019 Hull City Council is developing designs to transform the former National Picture Theatre, to support a bid that could secure a grant of £289,000 from the National Heritage Lottery Fund. The building, in Beverley Road, is the north’s last surviving civilian bomb-damaged building from the Second World War. Hull City Council will be responsible for […] Read more News Planning Regeneration National Picture Theatre
See plans for new hotel with rooftop bar in Hull city centre 9th April 2019 Plans have been revealed for a nine-storey hotel and rooftop sky bar with spectacular views of Hull’s waterfront. The hotel is part of a scheme that would secure the future of the historic Earl De Grey pub. A planning application has been submitted to Hull City Council by Castle Buildings LLP, a joint venture of leading […] Read more News Planning Regeneration
Arcade street party returns – and one favourite has had a makeover 5th April 2019 The monthly Paragon Arcade After:Hours event takes place tomorrow night, and one of the arcade’s most popular faces has got a fresh new look. After:Hours sees the arcade’s businesses open late into the night, serving up special treats or something a little bit different. Each month the cuisine takes on a different theme and this month it’s […] Read more Business Leisure & Culture News Paragon Arcade
Arco headquarters on Fruit Market given green light 3rd April 2019 Planning approval has been given to Arco’s new head office and a 350-space car park at the Fruit Market. The head office and car park are part of a £22m development on the marina. The move will see 450 staff moving to the area. The development will see Arco return to its roots in the […] Read more Business News Planning Regeneration ArcoFruit Market
£130m Albion Square development given go-ahead 3rd April 2019 Planning approval has been given to the estimated £130 million Albion Square development in the heart of the city centre. The mixed-use development sought by Hull City Council will feature high-quality retail, housing, leisure and enhanced parking facilities set around an enclosed courtyard. It is also intended to house a brand new ice arena. The […] Read more Business News Planning Regeneration Albion Square
7 top Mother’s Day gift ideas with a Hull theme 26th March 2019 It’s Mother’s Day on Sunday – and we are betting that you haven’t got good old mum a gift yet. Worry not, here are some Hull-themed gift ideas that might just help you out. Grab an extremely ‘Ull gift Get yourself to Chance Gifts in Savile Street to find Hull-inspired gifts include a pair of […] Read more Business Ferens Museums News Bonus ArenaFerens Art GalleryHull Culture and LeisureHull MuseumsParagon ArcadeTrinity MarketVegan
Winding House luxury apartments in Hull to be unveiled 25th March 2019 A new luxury serviced apartment building in Hull will be unveiled next month. The development at the old Winding House in Victoria Dock – recognisable by its landmark chimney – has been converted into five stunning apartments, each with three en-suite bedrooms. The 150-year-old building in Plimsoll Way is the oldest on the dock. Derelict […] Read more News Regeneration Victoria Dock
Take a look at Arco’s new £25 million distribution centre 25th March 2019 Here is how Arco’s new £25 million distribution centre on the outskirts of Hull – which could create 200 jobs – could look. The safety company has teamed up with contractor Clugston to begin construction of its national distribution centre extension. The 20,000 sq m building on the A63 forms part of the £25 million […] Read more News Regeneration
How you can help protect Hull against flooding 22nd March 2019 A new website has been set up to give residents the chance to help protect against flooding in Hull. The Living with Water site launched today on World Water Day, the United Nations-led campaign designed to tackle the global water crisis. The Living with Water partnership – made up of Hull City Council, East Riding […] Read more Community and Living Living With Water Regeneration Living With Water
New bridal boutique in Hull’s Fruit Market 22nd March 2019 A contemporary bridal boutique has opened in Hull’s Fruit Market. Ghost Orchid Bride will sell a combination of designer wedding gowns and indie labels at the store in Humber Street. Owner Katey Headley wanted to provide a boutique environment for brides to choose a dream dress, away from crowded fitting rooms. She said: “Choosing a […] Read more News Regeneration Fruit Market
Hull favourites win big at REYTAs 15th March 2019 The city’s finest businesses and business people have been honoured at the 10th annual Remarkable East Yorkshire Tourism Awards (REYTAs). More than 500 people packed into a glittering Bonus Arena for Hull and East Yorkshire’s tourism Oscars. Among the winners were Hull favourites The Lion and Key which triumphed in the Remarkable Pub category, and Hepworth […] Read more Business Leisure & Culture Regeneration Atom BreweryREYTAVHEY
Hull City Council wins prestigious LGC Award for driving growth 14th March 2019 Hull City Council has won the prestigious Driving Growth award at the Local Government Chronicle (LGC) Awards. The local authority scooped the award after employment in the city reached the highest level on record, with 69% of people in work (69.7%) – an increase of 15,100 from six years ago. There is less than half the […] Read more News Regeneration Hull City CouncilLGC Award