Woolly Zoo uncages crafty animals at Hull History Centre 6th February 2018 One of Hulls most exotic historical attractions has been recreated entirely from wool. In 1861, the citys hugely popular Spring Bank Zoological Gardens, which featured an impressive collection of animals including elephants, lions, tigers and polar bears, closed to the public. Now, a century and a half later, Hull History Centre has recreated the […] Read more Leisure & Culture
Star of the alternative male singing movement to lead free men-only harmony singing day in Hull 31st January 2018 The sound of men singing together often confined to the terraces and in pubs after a few too many is going to be heard loud and proud in Hull thanks to a star of the alternative male singing movement. Sing like a Bloke at Albemarle Music Centre on Saturday 17 February is a […] Read more Leisure & Culture
Statement from Hull City Council: Banksy work on Scott Street Bridge 29th January 2018 To prevent further damage staff will be on the site of the Scott Street Bridge this morning applying a protective layer to the Banksy artwork. This temporary measure will help to ensure that the public can continue to enjoy the work and prevent, where possible, further damage. Read more Leisure & Culture
Young dancers to display skills at Hull College 24th January 2018 Young performers and choreographers from Hull will show off their talents at a dance performance taking place in the city. Groups from across the city will perform street and contemporary dance at the event at the Hull Colleges Riverside Theatre. It is part of Creative Voice, a Hull City Council youth arts initiative. Hull Dance […] Read more Leisure & Culture
Learn how to use e-books at Hull Central Library 15th January 2018 Hull Central Library users can learn how to make better use of e-books and audiobooks at a demonstration of digital publications. A representative from Borrowbox, one of the librarys digital resource providers, will be at the library in Albion Street, Hull, on Wednesday 17 January from 1pm to 3pm to demonstrate how to easily access […] Read more Leisure & Culture
Connecting children with nature work begins on a major new schools tree planting campaign in Hull 12th January 2018 A major new schools tree planting campaign has got underway in Hull, providing opportunities for children to connect with nature while improving their school grounds. The work is part of the national Trees for Learning initiative, a DEFRA-funded programme that will see HEYwoods Hull and the East Riding of Yorkshires local tree and woodland […] Read more Leisure & Culture
Gallery favourites return 12th January 2018 Advance notice of temporary closure: Monday 22 and Friday 26 January 2018 Many of the gallery favourites will return to Ferens Art Gallery following the hugely popular Turner Prize 2017 exhibition, which was attended by over 116,000 visitors. In order to reinstate its permanent collection the Ferens Art Gallery will temporarily close between Monday 22 […] Read more Leisure & Culture
Hull History Centre receives essential maintenance works 11th January 2018 Hull History Centre will undergo planned building works between Monday 29 January and Monday 12 March 2018. During this period people visiting Hull History Centre who require access to the original archive material and historic documents will need to make an appointment. Access to the library and arcade area will be open as normal. To […] Read more Leisure & Culture
Regular singing sessions for blokes, chaps & other men 10th January 2018 A series of regular a capella singing workshops for male voices will start tomorrow, Thursday 11 January. Building on the hugely successful singing workshop led by UK member of the Spooky Mens Chorale – Dominic Stichbury, in November, men can now take part in fortnightly sessions, led by local choral leaders Charles Huckvale and Laurence […] Read more Leisure & Culture
Sing Out – with Gay Abandon and The Sunday Boys 10th January 2018 Free singing workshop for members of LGBT+ community takes place on Saturday 20 January, 11am – 5pm, at Albemarle Music Centre, Ferensway in Hull. Members of the amazing Gay Abandon (West Yorkshire’s lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans* choir) and Sunday Boys (Manchester’s inclusive choir for men) combine forces for a workshop day with members of […] Read more Leisure & Culture
Record breaking visitor figures for Ferens Art Gallery 8th January 2018 Ferens Art Gallery looks ahead to 2018s programme More than 519,000 people have visited Ferens Art Gallery in 2017, as Hull celebrated being UK City of Culture and has been hailed the most successful year in its 90 year history. This is an increase of 309 per cent compared to 2014. Since reopening on 14 […] Read more Leisure & Culture
Get active in your local library! Sessions for the over 50s 5th January 2018 Sessions for the over 50s are available in one of the citys libraries. The free weekly sessions are aimed for people aged 50 and over who will have the chance to keep fit in a local library. The first session for 2018 takes place at Ings Road Library, Savoy Road on Monday 8 January between […] Read more Leisure & Culture