Leisure & Culture

Hull set to host British Climbing Cup Championships

Hull is hosting the British Climbing Cup Championships this weekend.

The national competition will take place at Rockcity on its brand-new competition wall.

Councillor Dave Craker, portfolio holder for leisure … More






5 things not to miss at Freedom Festival 2020

Freedom Festival returns this weekend with a special online programme that will be broadcast via the BBC.

Bringing together internationally renowned artists and local talent, this year’s festival features robot … More


Hull Fair brought to life in digital exhibition

The sights and sounds of Hull Fair can still be enjoyed this year thanks to a digital exhibition that launches this weekend.

The exhibition, Hull Fair, includes specially commissioned videos … More




A shot of a fairground at night. Different coloured neon-lit stalls are in the foreground. A big wheel, lit white, takes up most of the picture

Hull Fair unable to go ahead for 2020

Hull City Council has today confirmed, together with the Showman’s Guild, that Hull Fair will not go ahead this year.

Since the announcement in May that the event would be … More





Hull’s iconic Fish Trail goes digital

Hull’s popular Fish Trail is going digital thanks to a free app that can turn your mobile phone into a virtual time machine.

The trail, which weaves its way through … More





Freedom Festival From Home 2020 programme announced

Hull’s annual Freedom Festival will bring a flavour of its international arts festival direct to homes this September, with a programme broadcast digitally and via the BBC.

Freedom Festival From … More


Hull History Centre archives reopen this week

Hull History Centre’s archives will reopen on Wednesday 5 August.

The History Centre, which houses city and University of Hull archives, as well as the local studies library, has been … More







Woodford Leisure Centre.

Hull’s leisure centres to reopen this weekend

Woodford Leisure Centre, Ennerdale Leisure Centre and Costello Stadium will reopen to the public on Saturday 25 July.

Facilities including gyms, pools, fitness classes and racquet sports will be accessible … More






3 children taking part in a group activity on a grassed area

Launch of Hull’s family summer activity plan

Hull Culture and Leisure Ltd has today revealed its summer activity programmes. The plans will begin today and be available until Friday 4 September for families to enjoy.

With events … More


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