Hull marks Slavery Remembrance Day 20th August 2025 The Lord Mayor will help mark Slavery Remembrance Day by attending events in Hull on Saturday 23 August. The Hull Slavery Remembrance Day Partnership has organised a commemoration at Wilberforce House, which will take place in the museum’s Mandela Gardens. Meanwhile, the Lord Mayor will officially open a gathering at the Hull Afro Caribbean Community […] Read more Civic Education and Learning Museums News Councillor Cheryl PayneLord MayorModern day slaveryWilberforce House Museum
East Park gates reopen as part of major park improvements 8th August 2025 Significant improvement works to enhance accessibility at East Park have been completed, including the reopening on the main park gates on Holderness Road. East Park now features additional parking spaces, including accessible spaces, a new footpath, new signs and lines for a new road layout with a one-way system and added speed tables. Tactile paving, […] Read more Community and Living Environment Leisure & Culture News Parks Regeneration Cllr Rob PritchardEast Park GatesHolderness RoadWoodford Leisure Centre
Hull gears up for Coldplay: Free cycle parking boosts sustainable gig for one of the world’s biggest bands 7th August 2025 Free and secure cycle parking for up to 250 bikes will be offered for anyone lucky enough to have bagged Coldplay tickets at Sewell Group Craven Park next month. Working together with local charity R-evolution, people cycling will have the opportunity to leave their bikes at Soccer Sensations on route to the gig, next door […] Read more Leisure & Culture News Transport & Streets What's on bike cloakroomBike Lights for Dark NightsbusCllr Mike RossColdplaycycle parkingFergal McCulloughPark n rideR-evolutionSewell Group Craven ParkSoccer SensationsStagecoachsustainable travelTravelUNESCO City of MusicVHEY
August bus fare discount for families and groups travelling in Hull 5th August 2025 The Hull Bus Alliance is encouraging families and groups of friends to travel by bus this August and save money with the launch of a discounted fare. Stagecoach East Midlands and East Yorkshire Buses will be offering the Hull Card Group ticket for just £11, perfect for days out or for those attending the range […] Read more Children and families Leisure & Culture News Regeneration Transport & Streets Councillor Mark Ieronimoeast yorkshire busesHull Bus AllianceStagecoach East Midlands
What’s on in Hull – August 2025 2nd August 2025 Is there a better month than August? Maybe that’s a debate for another day, but it certainly has to be up there, especially in Hull! Here’s just a small selection of some of the things taking place in Hull this month. Healthy Holidays Across Hull, various dates There are tonnes of events happening across the […] Read more Leisure & Culture News Theatre What's on Dino DayFreedom FestivalPearson Park
Yorkshire Day 2025: Hull sends love to London in a heartfelt invitation to visit the region 1st August 2025 This Yorkshire Day, Hull is spreading the love with the launch of a new video titled From Hull, With Love x – a heartfelt message from the people of Hull and East Yorkshire to the rest of the UK. To celebrate the launch, a dedicated group of HEY! Volunteers are heading to London today to […] Read more Leisure & Culture News Cllr Rob PritchardDeputy Lieutenant Chris BlacksellFrom Hull with love xHEY VolunteersHull TrainsLondonLouise MendhamVHEYVisit Hull and East YorkshireYorkshire Day 2025Yorkshire Day 25
Centenary of the death of Hull artist commemorated at Hull History Centre 30th July 2025 Hull artist Fredrick Shultz Smith’s work is being celebrated at Hull History Centre, as part of the centenary of his death commemorations. The centre will display its collection of illustrations by Smith, the majority of which remain unpublished. Smith’s work consists of images of the Hull he knew, drawing street scenes the capture many lost […] Read more Leisure & Culture Museums News What's on Cllr Rob PritchardexhibitionF.S. SmithFredrick Shultz SmithHull History Centre
Photographer talk at new West Hull gallery 24th July 2025 Hull photographer George Norris will give a talk about his exhibition in West Hull gallery today (Thursday 24 July). Untethered features a collection of photographs taken by George on a visit to Appleby Horse Fair in Cumbria in May 2024. He travelled there with this brother Carl, a horse-trader, on Carl’s horse and cart, following […] Read more Leisure & Culture Libraries News What's on Cllr Rob PritchardGeorge NorrisHuFree GalleryUntetheredWestern Library
Honorary Freedom of the City awards for Coyle and Hudgell 21st July 2025 Two of Hull’s well-known sporting figures are to be awarded the Honorary Freedom of the City. The prestigious honour will be bestowed upon Tommy Coyle and Neil Hudgell. Boxer Tommy proudly represented Hull in 30 professional fights, winning 25 of them. His numerous career highlights include winning the WBC International Silver, IBF International, and Commonwealth […] Read more Civic Council Government and Democracy News Sport Councillor Cheryl PayneHull KRLord MayorNeil HudgellTommy Coyle
Families invited to make history this summer with Hull Museums 18th July 2025 Hull Museums is inviting families to ‘make history this summer’ with an exciting new campaign designed to turn the summer holidays into an unforgettable adventure across the city’s most loved heritage venues. Running throughout the school break, the activities offers a rich mix of free and low-cost events, from hands-on archaeology sessions to vintage flair […] Read more Leisure & Culture Museums News What's on Cllr Rob PritchardfamiliesfreeHull City CouncilHull MuseumsJane Avisonmake history this summersummer activities
Pride in Hull kicks off summer of events in Hull city centre 17th July 2025 Summer is looking bright in Hull city centre with a whole host of events for all ages, starting with Pride in Hull. Hosted in a number of sites and venues, the event returns next Saturday (26 July) and promises to be a vibrant celebration, all under the inclusive banner of this year’s theme: “You’re Welcome.” […] Read more Leisure & Culture News What's on Cllr Rob PritchardColdplayFreedom FestivalHull city centreHumber Street SeshPride in Hull
Roman army to visit Hull’s Museums Quarter 15th July 2025 Get ready to step back in time this weekend as Hull’s Museums Quarter is transformed into a bustling Roman encampment. Romanfest is a free event that offers a fascinating glimpse into the life of Roman soldiers and civilians. It takes place this Saturday (19) and Sunday (20 July) from 11am-4pm, and allows visitors to experience […] Read more Leisure & Culture Museums News What's on Cllr Rob PritchardHull MuseumsMuseums QuarterRomanRomanfest
