This is how Hull’s Europa House could look under new plans 26th November 2019 This is how one of Hull city centre’s most recognisable office buildings could look under new proposals. Plans have been submitted to transform the 1970s glass-fronted Europa House on the corner of Ferensway and Anlaby Road into a new multi-use building to be rebranded as Monocle. The application from Hull property developer Allenby Commercial would […] Read more Business News Regeneration Allenby CommercialAnlaby RoadEuropa HouseFerensway
New £60m Hull Trains fleet pulls in at Paragon Interchange for first time 25th November 2019 The first of five new state-of-the-art trains has arrived at Hull’s Paragon Interchange. Hull Trains’ £60 million Paragon fleet will transform train travel between Hull and London, according to the firm. The new high-speed trains, built by Hitachi Rail, will provide 5,500 extra seats a week with greater reliability and a quieter, smoother ride. The […] Read more Business News Regeneration Councillor Daren HaleHull Paragon InterchangeHull Trains
Hull names going for gold at UK’s largest tourism awards 25th November 2019 The people behind some of the city’s most recognisable tourism brands will have their fingers crossed tonight at the region’s prestigious White Rose Awards. The ceremony – the largest tourism awards ceremony in the UK – recognises Yorkshire’s best businesses, organisations and venues. And the finalists this year include DoubleTree by Hilton, Hull Truck Theatre, […] Read more Business News Regeneration Bonus ArenaDoubleTree by HiltonFreedom Festival Arts TrustHotham's Gin School and DistilleryHull Truck TheatreThe DeepVHEYWhite Rose Awards
What leisure facilities would you like to see in Hull city centre? 25th November 2019 People in Hull are being asked what leisure facilities they would like to see in the new £120m Albion Square development. Whether it be crazy golf, yoga, rock climbing or something completely different, Hull Culture and Leisure wants to hear the views of residents. The mixed-use development will include housing, office space, retail space and […] Read more Leisure & Culture News Regeneration Albion SquareHull Culture and Leisure
UK City of Culture impact highlighted in new report 20th November 2019 City and cultural leaders have welcomed the publication of an independent evaluation of Hull’s year in the spotlight as UK City of Culture 2017, which confirms the continuing impact the title has had on the city. The report, published by the University of Hull, says “the most significant impact of all” was an estimated £676m […] Read more Leisure & Culture News Regeneration Absolutely CulturedBack to OursCouncillor Stephen BradyHull City CouncilHull: Yorkshire’s Maritime CityUK City of Culture 2017University of Hull
How £16m Arco head office in Hull’s Fruit Market will look 15th November 2019 Construction has begun on the £16m Arco head office development in Hull. The project will see the construction of a prestigious new head office for Arco, the UK’s leading safety business, marking a major milestone in the £80m rejuvenation of the waterfront Fruit Market area. The Arco building will be the largest new-build office development […] Read more Business News Regeneration ArcoCouncillor Daren HaleFruit MarketWykeland Beal
Hull has one of the top performing high streets in the UK, new research shows 13th November 2019 Hull’s high street is among the country’s most thriving, according to new data. Retail closures across the UK have reached a five-year high – with 16 stores shutting every day. But Hull has sustained the performance of its high street, according to a study by online investment platform Asktraders. The research looked at open data […] Read more News Regeneration Albion SquareAsktradersHull: Yorkshire’s Maritime CityMark JonesONSWhitefriargate
Hull named in top 10 improved cities for economic wellbeing 13th November 2019 Hull has been named as one of the UK’s top 10 cities for economic improvement. PwC’s Good Growth for Cities 2019 measures the performance of the UK’s largest cities against 10 indicators considered by the public as the most important for economic wellbeing. It considers factors such as jobs, income and health as the most important […] Read more Business News Regeneration Demos-PwC Good Growth for Cities IndexHull City CouncilMark JonesPwC
Hull Street Race to brings thousands into city centre again 5th November 2019 Thousands will line the streets of Hull again next year as electric racing returns to the city. The hugely successful Hull Street Race will be back in May 2020, a year after more than 5,000 people watched young racers speed around a track in the city centre. The closed-road electric race sees young people aged […] Read more Environment News Regeneration What's on Councillor Stephen BradyGreenpowerHull City CouncilHull Street Race
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
Hull Cenotaph improvements almost complete 1st November 2019 Work to improve access to the Hull Cenotaph is almost complete. Contractors are installing a new ramp that will improve access for disabled people and also those with limited mobility. The Cenotaph is a listed building and the new ramp was designed sympathetically with respect for the existing memorial. York stone has been used to […] Read more News Regeneration Hull Cenotaph
Road closures as Hull’s A63 bridge is moved into position 31st October 2019 Road closures will be in place this weekend as the city’s new landmark bridge is moved into its final position over the A63. The huge operation will see the 60-metre, 150-tonne bridge put into place from Friday 1 November at 8pm to Monday 4 November at 6am. The road will be closed from the Mytongate […] Read more Business News Regeneration Transport & Streets A63A63 footbridgeCouncillor Daren HaleNational Highways
