Leisure & Culture

View article Pearson Park Community Garden blooms

Pearson Park Community Garden blooms

23rd August 2023

Over on the east side of Pearson Park sits a blooming lovely piece of land that is bringing the community together. Pearson Park Community Garden, based at East Lodge, just off Beverley Road, is making a vital difference within the local community, by bringing people together to grow fruit and vegetables. The former derelict garden […]

View article More hidden treasures featured in new exhibition

More hidden treasures featured in new exhibition

16th August 2023

Hull’s rich history will be examined via a new collection of Hull Libraries’ hidden reference collections. The Stacks 2. Intermittence is the latest look at publications stored for over a century, buried deep in the archives. Artist Matt Fratson has put the collection together, following thorough research conducted during a six-month project at Hull Libraries. […]

View article Tell us your favourite piece of public art in Hull!

Tell us your favourite piece of public art in Hull!

15th August 2023

Residents and visitors to Hull can get involved in a massive art project, to document the public works of art across the city. As part of an audit of the artistic treasures in Hull, the City Council and auditors Beam want pictures of hidden or neglected masterpieces, which can range from sculptures to graffiti. Simply take a […]

View article 6 must-see acts at Humber Street Sesh 2023

6 must-see acts at Humber Street Sesh 2023

10th August 2023

Humber Street Sesh is just two sleeps away which means it’s time to start planning (if you haven’t already) for one of Hull’s biggest annual events. There are tonnes of incredible acts set to grace the Sesh stages this year, here are just six to wet your appetite. Cheidu Oraka This year’s University of Hull […]

View article Council supports big screen at Sesh for Challenge Cup Final and England

Council supports big screen at Sesh for Challenge Cup Final and England

9th August 2023

Hull City Council is delighted to support big screen showings at the Humber Street Sesh of both the Challenge Cup Final and the England Lionesses at the Women’s World Cup. Hull Kingston Rovers will attempt to win at Wembley Stadium for the first time in 43 years when they take on the Leigh Leopards this […]

View article Humber Street Sesh 2023: Everything you need to know

Humber Street Sesh 2023: Everything you need to know

7th August 2023

Hull’s very own multi-award-winning music festival, Humber Street Sesh 2023, takes place this weekend featuring local acts and upcoming national talent. Here’s everything you need to know ahead of the festival: When Is Humber Street Sesh 2023 Taking Place? This year’s Humber Street Sesh takes place on Saturday 12 August 2023 across Hull Marina. The […]

View article Quiet sessions for museums and gallery

Quiet sessions for museums and gallery

2nd August 2023

Quiet sessions are to be trialled at three popular visitor attractions in Hull. All sounds will be turned off for an hour at the Streetlife Museum, Hull and East Riding Museum, and Ferens Art Gallery on three different days this month. From 1000-1100 on those days, all sounds will be turned off to reduce sensory […]

View article Roaming tourist information for Hull visitors

Roaming tourist information for Hull visitors

2nd August 2023

A roaming visitor information point is being offered in Hull, via a custom cargo bike in the city centre. It’s being manned by volunteers from HEY! Volunteering, who can give information to visitors coming to the city over the summer holidays. They will run from Wednesday to Saturday until September. The roaming bike is in […]

View article What’s on in Hull – August 2023

What’s on in Hull – August 2023

1st August 2023

Take a look at our top pick of things to do in Hull this August.

View article Magic of moths examined during Healthy Holidays

Magic of moths examined during Healthy Holidays

31st July 2023

Children can find out more about moths during ‘Healthy Holidays’ in Hull later this summer. ‘Magical Moths’ takes place at the Animal Education Centre and Pickering Park Aviary. Children can share in a moth storytime before participating in some moth-themed craft activities. They can also learn more about our native moth inhabitants and be given […]

View article World Cup event brings nations together in Hull

World Cup event brings nations together in Hull

28th July 2023

As England go for glory at the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup, a global football event of a different kind has taken place in Hull. Teams from many different nations came together for the annual ‘HANA World Cup’, held at the Allam Pavilion at the University of Hull. The Humber All Nations Alliance (HANA) organised […]

View article Hull’s silversmithing industry honoured through new display

Hull’s silversmithing industry honoured through new display

26th July 2023

A new sculpture is honouring Hull’s important silversmithing industry. ‘A Charm Bracelet for Hull’ will be at Hepworth’s Arcade until Saturday 12 August. It’s been created by sculptor and printmaker Andi Dakin, who specialises in colourful artworks that are loaded with mischief! His ideas and inspirations come from many sources, ranging from the creation and […]