Top 10 archaeological gems in Hull
Hull and East Riding Museum – one of the fantastic free museums in the city’s Old Town – takes visitors through 235 million years of history. Its unique collection of … More
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Taco stroll down Paragon Arcade this weekend for a taste of Mexico
We have all enjoyed the recent unseasonably warm weather, but Paragon Arcade is pushing it to its limits this weekend with a Mexican-inspired street party.
The arcade has been hosting … More
Here is why shy Leanne is Hull city centre’s ‘outstanding employee’
An “introverted” cafe worker has been named the city centre’s Outstanding Employee at a glittering awards ceremony at Hull Minster.
Leanne Barry, who works at the Venue Cafe at Hull … More
Bonus Arena in Hull named among world’s top up-and-coming venues
Hull’s Bonus Arena has been named as one of the world’s best up-and-coming venues by prestigious American publication Billboard.
The Myton Street venue is the only venue in the UK … More
£1.5m splash boat and parks investment approved
Councillors have approved a £1.5 million investment in two Hull parks.
It will be spent on renovating the historic splash boat and splash pool in East Park. The popular aviary … More
Hull to host international performing arts community for IETM 2019
Hull will host a major arts and culture event next month.
IETM Hull 2019 will bring the international performing arts community to the city for a programme of performances, talks … More
50% off leisure activities for Armed Forces veterans in Hull
Armed Forces veterans and reservists can get 50% off the price of leisure facilities in the city.
The Live It Card costs £1 and provides half-price access to gyms, pools … More
11 Hull culture activities in February and March
Have you been bitten by the culture bug? After 5.3 million people attended cultural activities during Hull’s year as UK City of Culture in 2017, more residents now regularly take … More
17th century painting returns home to Hull after capital cities tour
One of the Ferens Art Gallery’s largest and most popular paintings returns home today after a tour of the UK and Ireland.
St Sebastian tended by the Holy Irene (c. … More
Heads Up Festival is back – and here are the highlights
A look at the role of screens in observing global conflicts, a Macbeth re-imagining and an alternative guided tour of Hull will highlight the Heads Up Festival’s 12th season.
The … More
What do visitors think of 2019 Open Exhibition?
The 52nd annual Open Exhibition is currently on display at the Ferens Art Gallery.
321 artworks were chosen this year from more than 1,000 entries by a high-profile panel of … More
10 family events in Hull for less than £1
1. East Hull Community Farm
Barham Road, Bilton Grange
Monday-Friday 9am-4pm
Free (small charge for groups)
See lambs being born in the springtime or sheep sheared in June and don’t … More
First names announced for 2019 Big Malarkey Festival
The first names for this year’s Big Malarkey Festival, Hull’s annual children’s literature festival, have been announced.
The announcement follows the festival securing funding from Arts Council England and James … More
Want to be a City of Culture Volunteer? It’s not too late
Ever thought about becoming a City of Culture Volunteer? It’s not too late – but you have to act fast.
It may have been two years since Hull basked in … More
Figures show incredible impact of striking City of Culture art installation
It was one of the most memorable highlights in a year filled with breath-taking moments in 2017, and now figures have revealed the incredible impact of the Weeping Window installation.… More
Rugby League World Cup 2021: Hull to host most diverse matches in history
Hull has been named as an official host city for the Rugby League World Cup in 2021.
And the city is aiming to make its matches the most diversely attended … More
Free adult swimming as part of Hull Big Swim
Free adult swimming sessions are being offered to residents as part of the Hull Big Swim campaign.
Hull Culture and Leisure is launching Hull Big Swim to motivate more adults … More
2019 Open Exhibition celebrates incredible local talent
It’s one of the highlights of the Ferens’ calendar, hundreds of local artists all displaying their talents at one of the region’s premier art galleries – and this year’s exhibition … More
Hull & East Riding Museum reopens to public
One of the city’s most popular museums has reopened after weeks of closure due to heating failure.
Hull & East Riding Museum in High Street shut in mid-December due to … More
Vegan market a ‘huge success’
Hundreds of people descended upon Trinity Market earlier this month for a fantastic celebration of vegan food and products.
The market was part of a Trinity After Dark event, where … More
Young artists inspired by incredible club
Masterclasses with world-renowned artists, visits to some of the country’s most prestigious art galleries and producing their own exhibitions – that’s just some of the experiences young artists in Hull … More
Ferens Art Gallery to host Swinging the Lamp
A performance showing the drama of a life at sea is coming to Hull.
Swinging the Lamp, told in the words of a former fisherman, will be shown at Ferens Art Gallery … More
Any Old Rag Bone exhibition in Hull celebrates ‘original recyclers’
The call of “rag bone” can be heard down the city’s tenfoots and passages to this day.
For decades, men on horses and carts collecting scrap metal have issued this … More
Hull Maritime Museum to get new ramps after £150,000 funding boost
Hull Maritime Museum is set to receive new ramps improving access to its main entrance of the striking building.
Hull City Council has successfully bid for £150,000 funding from the … More
London celebrates first Borough of Culture – with a little help from Hull
London launched its first-ever Borough of Culture this year, a Mayor of London initiative partly inspired by Hull’s transformative year as UK City of Culture.
Waltham Forest is the first … More
What is Hull: Yorkshire’s Maritime City project?
The Hull: Yorkshire’s Maritime City project will see the extensive redevelopment of the city’s historic maritime assets, supporting Hull’s goal to become a world-class visitor destination. Project director Rob Kingdom … More
Arctic Corsair: learn more about Hull’s famous vessel
Sam North, project support intern on the Hull: Yorkshire’s Maritime City project, worked closely with volunteers who catalogued the Arctic Corsair collection and was one of the staff members who … More
Huge Lego exhibition goes on display in Hull
An exhibition of major historical milestones made entirely from Lego goes on display in Hull at the weekend.
Brick History tells the story of pivotal moments in world history using … More
Hull Minster visitor records smashed in milestone year
Hull Minster is celebrating record-breaking visitor numbers following its £4.5 million transformation into a leading events venue.
During 2018, 225,000 people visited the Minster following work to enable the building … More
Special interest groups take part in community maritime day
Over 60 people from local community and special interest groups came together to help shape the £27.4m Hull: Yorkshire Maritime City project.
A community feedback day took place yesterday, Thursday … More
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