Hull’s barriers are back – but only for a short time 30th September 2019 Minor repair works of Hull’s newly paved streets will get under way on Tuesday 1 October, with work scheduled for Paragon Square, Jameson Street, King Edward Street, Queen Victoria Square, Whitefriargate and Humber Street. Residents and visitors will see a return of orange barriers to the city centre, but only for the duration of the […] Read more Environment News Regeneration Transport & Streets Albion SquareCouncillor Daren HaleEuroviaHull Maritime MuseumPublic RealmWhitefriargate
See Whitefriargate regeneration plans at city centre exhibition 27th September 2019 Plans for the regeneration of Whitefriargate will go on show on Tuesday 1 October as the Humber High Street Challenge Fund grant scheme is launched. The historic street in Hull city centre will receive £1m as part of the scheme that will provide £1.95m in funding across the four Humber authorities. An event at 15 […] Read more Business News Regeneration Councillor Daren HaleHumber High Street Challenge FundHumber LEPWhitefriargate
Historic Pearson Park archway heads home 27th September 2019 Work to bring home the historic Pearson Park archway begins next week. The gateway was removed from the park last year as part of the £3.8m Pearson Park Restoration Project, which will restore the park’s historic assets and reinstate some of its original Victorian features which have been lost over the years. The cast iron […] Read more Leisure & Culture News Regeneration National Lottery Heritage FundPearson ParkPearson Park Restoration Project
Princes Quay bridge taking shape as pieces are assembled 23rd September 2019 Hull’s Princes Quay bridge is starting to take shape with all 11 pieces of the structure now in position. The Highways England project, which is the first phase of the A63 Castle Street scheme, will shape the future of Hull and connect key sites. The pieces are now being welded in preparation for the journey […] Read more News Regeneration Transport & Streets A63A63 footbridgeEmma Hardy MPNational HighwaysPrinces Quay
House of Fraser in Hull to become artisan food market 19th September 2019 Hull’s old House of Fraser building is set to be converted into an artisan food market. Plans for a stylish food hall in part of the building have been revealed on signage added to its exterior. And proposals carry a name that Hull shoppers will recognise – Hammonds of Hull, in a nod to the […] Read more Business News Regeneration Councillor Daren HaleHammonds of HullHouse of Fraser
Popular Trinity Live music nights to continue until Christmas 16th September 2019 Trinity Live, a weekly music event at Trinity Market, has been extended until Christmas. The event, that takes place every Thursday evening, has attracted 9,500 people to market since launching in May – an average of 500 people per night. It has also given a platform to almost 60 local bands and artists. Councillor Dave […] Read more Leisure & Culture News Regeneration Councillor Dave CrakerTrinity LiveTrinity Market
£1.75m boost for Whitefriargate regeneration 14th September 2019 Whitefriargate is to receive up to £1.75m as part of a £95m nationwide funding pot from Historic England. Councillor Daren Hale, portfolio holder for regeneration and economic investment, said: “Whitefriargate is a vital part of Hull’s city centre and the council has been proactively looking at ways to regenerate the area. I’m delighted that we […] Read more Business News Regeneration Councillor Daren HaleHeritage EnglandWhitefriargate
See inside exciting new Glass House complex in Queens Gardens 12th September 2019 A hotly anticipated Hull apartment development will be revealed at a launch event at the Ferens Art Gallery. The luxury Glass House complex next to Queens Gardens is expected to be completed in March next year. And now Iguana Developments, the Hull firm behind the project, is inviting people to get a first look inside […] Read more Business Ferens News Regeneration Glass HouseIguana DevelopmentsQueens Gardens
This eight-foot-tall celebrity robot is coming to a Hull tech event 11th September 2019 A world-famous robot who has danced on stage with Rihanna and Will.I.Am is on his way to a Hull tech event. The 8ft Titan the Robot has been confirmed for the Tech Expo Humber at the Bonus Arena next month. The elaborate exoskeleton has also appeared alongside Will Smith and Jackie Chan at events including […] Read more Business News Regeneration What's on Bonus ArenaConnexinEast Riding CouncilHull City CouncilRihannaTech Expo HumberTitan the RobotWill SmithWill.I.Am
Watch: Do you know how fountains in Queen Victoria Square are controlled? 9th September 2019 The fountains in Queen Victoria Square are one of the city centre’s most popular features. They were installed in 2017 as part of the city’s transformational public realm works. But did you know that all of this is controlled through an app? The height, speed and colour of the jets can be altered – and […] Read more News Regeneration FountainsPublic RealmQueen Victoria Square
£1.2m improvements planned for Hull city centre 6th September 2019 Hull City Council is set invest a further £1.2 million into public realm improvements in the city centre. The investment will improve areas on Brook Street and Prospect Street and improve links with St Stephen’s shopping centre, Prospect Centre and the proposed Albion Square development. Councillor Daren Hale, portfolio holder for regeneration and economic investment, […] Read more Business News Regeneration Brook StreetCouncillor Daren HaleProspect StreetPublic Realm
Contractor named for Hull’s major Albion Square development 6th September 2019 A contractor has been appointed to carry out the multi-million pound Albion Square development. VINCI Construction UK will carry out the design and construction of the development, which will feature high-quality retail, housing, leisure and enhanced parking facilities set around an enclosed courtyard. The site has also been identified as a potential home for a […] Read more Business News Regeneration Albion SquareCouncillor Daren HaleVINCI Construction
