One of Hulls best loved animals George, the Iguana passes away 23rd October 2017 The much-loved George, the Iguana, who lived in Pearson Park has sadly passed away today (Monday 23 October), following a recent deterioration of a long-term illness. He had already surpassed the average life span by at least five-years and was a popular member of the Pearson Park family. George has been living in the Pearson […] Read more Leisure & Culture
Opportunity for young writers extended 23rd October 2017 Hull Libraries has extended a competition inviting Hulls youngest writers to have their work published in a new competition, sponsored by the J Venn Foundation. The Venn Young Writers Competition is now open until Wednesday 8 November, in a bid to reach more young people across the city. Children aged between 7-14 are invited to […] Read more Leisure & Culture
The Maritime Museum goes to the Movies 19th October 2017 For one week only, the beautiful and historic Court Room at the Hull Maritime Museum will be transformed into a movie theatre screening a series of films relating to the sea and seafaring as part of the national Museums at Night. This is a chance to see some much loved classics, family favourites and fascinating […] Read more Leisure & Culture
Give your views on the future of Holderness Road library 19th October 2017 Residents and library users have the chance to shape the future of Holderness Road library. The current property lease for the library at the Mount Pleasant site on Holderness Road is due to come to an end in May 2018 and Hull Culture and Leisure Ltd has started a consultation process to ascertain the views […] Read more Leisure & Culture
Music and contemporary dance performance relives The Dogger Bank Incident 19th October 2017 A new music and contemporary dance composition written by electronic artist Vanishing will be performed at Stage@TheDock this weekend. Made possible with funding and support from Hull City Councils Art Development, the striking music and dance piece will take place from 7pm on Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 October, marking the 113th anniversary of the […] Read more Leisure & Culture
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
Hull Fair – travel 3rd October 2017 The fair is held on the site of Walton Street car park, Hull, this is next to West Park, the KC Stadium, and the Bonus Arena. The postcode for sat navs is HU3 6JU. Road closure information: 4 15 October Walton Street closes 10am on 4 October until Sunday 15 October 12noon. […] Read more Leisure & Culture
Major maritime works by Turner go on display in Hull 28th September 2017 An exhibition that unites Hulls own whaling collections with works from by one of Britains greatest artists, JMW Turner, opens at Hull Maritime Museum on Saturday 7 October. On loan from the Tate Britains national collection, The Turner & The Whale exhibition, co-curated with the University of York, is a major coup for Hulls Maritime […] Read more Leisure & Culture
Council confirms £250 million UK City of Culture Legacy Plan 28th September 2017 Hull City Council has today confirmed its continuing commitment to investing in culture and the arts with a £250 million plan to deliver further improvements to the citys cultural and visitor infrastructure and a pledge to provide on-going support to the citys independent arts sector. The Council has also welcomed and will support a new […] Read more Leisure & Culture
Young artists urged to submit artwork 27th September 2017 Calling all young artists to enter exhibition Budding young artists are being urged to get creative and submit work to be part of The Ferens Art Gallery, Junior Open exhibition. All of the winning entries will be displayed in the Hull Maritime Museum, the first time the museum has hosted the open exhibition. The 2017 […] Read more Leisure & Culture
Get into shape this autumn 27th September 2017 People keen to get fit this autumn can take advantage of Hull Culture and Leisures offer to coincide with National Fitness Day on Wednesday 27 September. Hull Culture and Leisure is offering a special autumn offer that means new customers can get a Tonic Extra Card for a 17-week membership for just £20 giving them […] Read more Leisure & Culture
Get online with IT sessions 26th September 2017 The annual and biggest digital inclusion campaign in the UK is back and Hull Libraries are hosting taster sessions to get people online. Now in its 11th year, Get Online Week, between 2 and 8 October, is for anyone who wants to have a go at getting online for the first time and try1thing – […] Read more Leisure & Culture