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View article Wilberforce House Museum shortlisted for a national award

Wilberforce House Museum shortlisted for a national award

3rd November 2023

Wilberforce House Museum has been shortlisted for a national Change Lives Award 2023 from the Museum Association. The museum’s work has been recognised in the Decolonising Museums Awards category. It has worked with the Wilberforce House Museum Advisory Board and the Wilberforce Institute at the University of Hull to deliver a new community strategy that […]

View article Checkmate – council reveals plans for chess tables in two Hull parks

Checkmate – council reveals plans for chess tables in two Hull parks

31st October 2023

Chess enthusiasts could soon be able to showcase their tactical skills as plans to install equipment in two Hull parks have been revealed. Two new chess tables, each with fixed seats, will be coming soon thanks to the Levelling Up Parks Fund which has allocated £5,000 to Hull City Council. To enable residents to access […]

View article Visit Hull and East Yorkshire launch Hullywood photography competition

Visit Hull and East Yorkshire launch Hullywood photography competition

30th October 2023

An appeal for Hullywood photographs is being made ahead of the launch of a new visitor guide, with the chance to win an exciting prize. Residents and visitors have the opportunity to feature in the new Hull Visitors Guide, by contributing photographs taken whilst Hullywood filming has been taking place across the city. These could […]

View article Half-term help as free and low cost activities are back for the holidays

Half-term help as free and low cost activities are back for the holidays

26th October 2023

Help is at hand for families during the half-term thanks to the leisure and parks programme run by Hull Culture and Leisure. This will run from Monday 30 October through to Friday 3 November right across the city. Free junior swimming sessions will held across the city throughout the week, alongside a range of events at […]

View article Have your say on PlayZone plans

Have your say on PlayZone plans

26th October 2023

Plans for six PlayZones are taking a step forward – and now the council wants to know what residents would like to see at those sites. PlayZones are safe, inclusive and accessible outdoor facilities that aim to bring the community together through sport. West Park, East Park, Bude Park, Alderman Kneeshaw Park, Johnny Whiteley Park […]

View article Love music in Hull? Help shape its future

Love music in Hull? Help shape its future

24th October 2023

Anyone interested in music in Hull is invited to a day of inspiration and discussion themed around collaboration. Featuring live performances of new compositions, discussions and presentations, ‘Out of the Box’ is free and open to everyone who loves music. The event, organised by Hull City Council’s Arts Development team in partnership with J-Night, will […]

View article Creative Voice Youth Arts Festival returns for 2023

Creative Voice Youth Arts Festival returns for 2023

24th October 2023

Young people aged between 11 and 19 years old can get involved in a mix of creative performances, discussions, workshops and exhibitions issues during this year’s Creative Voice Youth Festival. Running Friday 3 – Saturday 4 November from 12noon – 9pm both days in the Princes Quay ground floor event space, Creative Voice Youth Arts […]

View article New Ancient Egyptian experience on offer for school pupils

New Ancient Egyptian experience on offer for school pupils

18th October 2023

Hull’s Hands on History Museum is now offering a chance for Hull school pupils to experience Ancient Egypt. This follows a re-display of original artefacts and historically significant replicas of the objects found in Tutankhamun’s tomb, alongside new interpretation, and new immersive learning experiences. Many of the objects formed the centrepiece of the Tutankhamun: 100 […]

View article Trinity Market reveals plans for free festive family fun!

Trinity Market reveals plans for free festive family fun!

18th October 2023

With the festive season fast approaching, Trinity Market is set to gift a free exciting and magical event to the people of Hull. Working together with the council, Hull company Redland Events will present The Santa Claus Showtime! – a family show packed with songs, stories and an appearance by Santa himself. Starring Father Christmas, […]

View article South Blockhouse Project up for top award

South Blockhouse Project up for top award

17th October 2023

The South Blockhouse Project has been shortlisted for a prestigious award. The project’s community archaeology programme, led by Humber Field Archaeology, has been shortlisted for the Council for British Archaeology’s 2023 Archaeological Achievement Awards, in the Engagement and Participation category. Formerly the British Archaeology Awards, the awards are coordinated with the support of a judging panel […]

View article New Ferens Artist in Residence announced

New Ferens Artist in Residence announced

11th October 2023

Ferens Art Gallery is delighted to announce its new artist in residence; Norwich based artist Anna Brass. Anna has been invited to create new work in response to two Canaletto paintings of the Grand Canal; one in the Ferens collection, and one on loan from the Royal Collection Trust. Her new work will be presented […]

View article Come along for the ride as Hull Fair returns for 2023!

Come along for the ride as Hull Fair returns for 2023!

3rd October 2023

One of Europe’s largest travelling fairs will return to Hull this week for its 729th year. Opening this Friday 6 October, and taking over 16 acres of Walton Street car park, Hull Fair boasts attractions from across the country. This year there are more than 300 attractions from roller-coasters, white-knuckle-rides to hook-a-duck along with over […]