Launch of giving page to help protect Hull’s maritime past 6th December 2021 Supporting Hull’s major regeneration project to preserve the city’s rich maritime heritage has never been easier. The Hull Maritime Foundation, an independent charity dedicated to supporting the ambitious plans to celebrate 800 years of maritime history, now has a giving page which supporters of the project can directly make donations to. The £30.3m Hull Maritime […] Read more Leisure & Culture News Regeneration
Let there be lights! Trinity Market gets into the Christmas spirit 3rd December 2021 Visitors to Trinity Market this Christmas will be treated to a special festive light show. The show is based around the traditional poem ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas’ by Clement Clarke Moore, but with a modern twist and will feature a magical laser light show throughout the whole market. Councillor Rosemary Pantelakis, portfolio holder for […] Read more Leisure & Culture News What's on Trinity MarketTrinity Market Christmas Lights
Free health roadshow aims to improve residents’ first aid skills 2nd December 2021 Hull Culture and Leisure Ltd is joining forces with the Yorkshire Ambulance Service to hold a heath roadshow with free workshops covering key first aid skills. The five 20 minute sessions will be delivered by professionals to residents, volunteers of local clubs and organisations, professionals, and parents. Workshops will cover everything from identifying a heart […] Read more Health and Social Care Leisure & Culture News What's on Cllr Gwen LunnCllr Marjorie Brabazonfirst aidHCALHealth RoadshowHull Culture and LeisureWoodford Leisure CentreYorkshire Ambulance Service
Funny man Kevin Bridges is heading to Hull next summer 26th November 2021 Comedian Kevin Bridges is bringing his latest stand-up show to Hull’s Bonus Arena in August 2022. Three years after his last tour, the Scottish comedian is returning with ‘The Overdue Catch-Up’. Bridges has previously broken box office records with his last two tours, ‘Brand New’ (2018) and ‘A Whole Different Story’ (2015) going on to […] Read more Leisure & Culture What's on Bonus ArenaKevin Bridges
Humber Street Gallery announces first two exhibitions for 2022 24th November 2021 Humber Street Gallery on Hull Marina has announced the beginning of its programme for 2022. Two new exhibitions, commissioned by Absolutely Cultured, will open in January and run until April. The exhibitions will be supported by various other activities performances and events. From Wednesday 1 January, Humber Street Gallery will present Show Real, from artist […] Read more Leisure & Culture News What's on Absolutely CulturedAshley HolmesHull artHumber Street GalleryKara Chin
Artist delves into Hull’s rich archives for new exhibition 19th November 2021 Books and items buried deep in the archives of Hull Libraries will be the focus of a new exhibition delving into the city’s rich history. The Stacks: Bodies of Work opens at Hull Central Library on Saturday 20 November, highlighting hidden reference collections of Hull Libraries and examining hidden archives of literature, records, surveys and […] Read more Leisure & Culture Libraries News What's on Hull Central LibraryHull LibrariesJames Reckitt Library TrustMatt FratsonThe Stacks: Bodies of Work
Volunteers become official White Badge tour guides to showcase maritime city 17th November 2021 A group of volunteers who dedicate their time to the Hull Maritime project have become accredited White Badge Tour Guides. Between May and October 2021, the group of 17 volunteers completed an intensive training and lecture programme to pass the Institute of Tour Guiding Level 2 accredited training programme. They are all now Institute of […] Read more Leisure & Culture News Regeneration
Stunning £11.7m Queens Gardens refurbishment approved by planners 16th November 2021 Hull’s transformative Queens Gardens refurbishment has been given the green light by Hull City Council’s planning committee. Hull City Council’s planning committee today (Tuesday 16 November) voted unanimously in favour of the application. The plans include the improvement of accessibility and visitor flows, delivery of structural repairs through rebuilding the perimeter walls, introduction of bespoke […] Read more Environment Leisure & Culture News Planning Regeneration Councillor Daren HaleHull: Yorkshire’s Maritime CityQueens GardensQueens Gardens refurbishment
Christmas cheer returns to Hull city centre for 2021 11th November 2021 Hull city centre will be filled with Christmas cheer from next week as the festive season kicks off with the annual Christmas lights switch-on. Following its cancellation in 2020, next Thursday (18 November) Queen Victoria Square will come alive with live entertainment from Hull City Hall balcony, full lighting displays and a stunning 50ft Norway […] Read more Christmas Civic Leisure & Culture News Regeneration What's on Christmas 2021Christmas lights switch-oneventLord Mayor Councillor Lynn Petrini
Start-Up Day: Get support for your business at Hull Central Library 9th November 2021 The Business & IP Centre’s Start-up Day is back for 2021 on Thursday 11 November at Hull Central Library to celebrate Global Entrepreneurship Week. A wealth of business support and expert guidance will be available for anyone with a business idea or a business they would like to grow. Join us for a day of […] Read more Business Leisure & Culture Libraries News businessGlobal Entrepreneurship WeekHCALHull Central LibraryHull Culture and Leisure
Video: Artists encourage others to enter Ferens Open Exhibition 9th November 2021 With applications now being accepted for the 2022 Ferens Open Exhibition, two artists have explained why the event is so special and encouraged others to take part. The annual Ferens Open Exhibition is one of the highlights of the Ferens calendar, offering a platform to both seasoned exhibitors and artists looking to show their work for […] Read more Ferens Leisure & Culture News Erin LedsomFerens Art GalleryFerens Open ExhibitionFerens Open Exhibition 2022Hannah Billingham
Refurbished ice arena reopens to public after £1.55million investment 1st November 2021 Hull’s ice arena has reopened to the public after a £1.55million investment. Following its closure in March 2020, the newly refurbished arena includes a new ice pad on the ice rink, with new multi-light and enhanced sound systems for an improved visitor experience. Air conditioning and air circulation has been enhanced to ensure the building […] Read more Ice Arena Leisure & Culture News Hull ArenaHull Culture and LeisureHull Ice Arena
