Discover life in Tudor Hull
The Festival of Archaeology returns later this week, with Hull’s Tudor History being celebrated.
On Saturday 29 and Sunday 30 July, 10am-3pm, ‘Telling Tales of Tudor Hull’ will be held … More
Leisure & Culture
Medieval Mayhem hits Museums Quarter!
The Festival of Archaeology returns to Hull’s Old Town later this week, with ‘Medieval Mayhem’ among the free, drop-in events.
On Saturday 29 and Sunday 30 July, from 11am to … More
Free football this summer through Healthy Holidays
Free football fun is available in Hull this summer through ‘Healthy Holidays’.
The free turn up and play sessions are offered via Hull Culture and Leisure’s Active Through Football … More
Open Exhibition underway
The 2023 annual Open Exhibition, which celebrates some of the best artistic talent in the region and across the UK, has opened at Ferens Art Gallery.
It features over 300 … More
Customer Service Excellence quality mark maintained by Hull Culture and Leisure
Hull Culture and Leisure (HCAL) has maintained the prestigious award of Customer Service Excellence in its leisure department.
The quality mark, from the Cabinet Office, aims to make a tangible … More
Blast off for space tour!
A space rocket is to land in Hull, as part of a nationwide tour.
The UK Space Agency’s Space for Everyone event will be in Queen Victoria Square from Thurs … More
Free family fun as Healthy Holidays returns
Free activities are back in Hull as ‘Healthy Holidays’ returns this summer.
Part of the Holiday Activities and Food Programme, it’s seen thousands of children, young people and families benefit … More
Festival of Archaeology is back!
Hull’s medieval and Tudor History is to be celebrated, as the Festival of Archaeology returns for 2023.
Three events will be taking place in Hull’s Old Town across the weekend … More
Football tournament celebrates Refugee Week
Members of Hull’s BAME community have come together for a football tournament to mark Refugee Week.
People of various different nationalities were involved in the event, which took place at … More
Newly acquired artworks celebrate 20th anniversary
Images of Hull by artist Andy Lock have been acquired by the Ferens Art Gallery, and have gone on display to celebrate their 20th anniversary.
The eight photographs, taken … More
Freedom Festival 2023 line-up revealed
The wait is over for the line-up for this year’s Freedom Festival in Hull.
Hull’s international arts festival returns with artists and shows appearing on the streets, theatres, galleries and … More
Trinity Market welcomes new artist showcase
Hull’s Trinity Market is to have a year-long artist showcase for the first time.
Hull-based artist Keith Key will display different pieces in the historic venue during the 12-month programme.… More
Gypsy and Traveller gallery opens at Streetlife Museum
A new gallery is opening at Hull’s Streetlife Museum, celebrating local Gypsy and Traveller heritage.
Funded by Arts Council England, the display – complete with a life-sized model of a … More
Hull’s Dettol Celebrates 90 years
The 90th anniversary of Hull’s famous Dettol is being celebrated at the Hull History Centre throughout this summer.
Dettol, one of Reckitt’s key brands, was the world’s first safe, … More
Funding boost for musicians and creatives in Hull
Hull City Council is supporting musicians and creative people in the city via two new projects.
The two-year industry development programmes are focussed on the creative industry and the music … More
Rugby and Clive Sullivan celebrated at Streetlife Museum
A new display celebrating the legendary Clive Sullivan and rugby as a whole in Hull has opened at the Streetlife Museum.
Hull Museums has been working in partnership with the … More
Parklets trial aimed at boosting Hull’s evening economy
Works will soon get underway to install new parklet outdoor seating areas on Princes Dock Street.
A published decision record confirmed Hull City Council has awarded a contract to local … More
Football Foundation kicks off major improvements for Bude Park
A scheme that will see much-improved football facilities at Bude Park will soon kick-off thanks to investment from the Premier League, The FA and government’s Football Foundation.
Bude Park was … More
What’s on in Hull – July 2023
Read our selections of what’s on this month in Hull.
Free annual leisure membership for Hull judo champion
A reigning national judo champion is being given free access to Hull’s public leisure facilities, after being identified as a potential future world-class competitor.
Gracie Wilson, 16, will benefit as … More
First look at Freedom Festival 2023
Freedom Festival Arts Trust has unveiled key dates for their highly anticipated summer festival, and offered a sneak preview of the incredible artists set to use the city as a … More
Hull’s biggest street festival returns
Hull’s biggest free street festival is to return, boosted by a donation from the Leader of Hull City Council.
The Vista Festival will take place on Princes Avenue on Saturday … More
NEXT STEPS FOR HULL’S BANKSY: Trinity Market contender for permanent accessible location
Hull City Council is currently considering a permanent location for the Banksy artwork ‘Draw the Raised Bridge’ with Trinity Market a possible option.
The mural was confirmed as a Banksy … More
Duck, duck, go! Pupils’ chance to win free swim at new outdoor heated lido
Schoolchildren in Hull will have the chance to show their artistic flair as part of a competition to celebrate the reopening of Albert Avenue Pools this summer.
The facility has … More
Hull Refugee Week 2023: All you need to know
Hull Refugee Week is an annual festival celebrating the contributions, creativity and resilience of refugees and people seeking sanctuary.
Royal Collection Canaletto to go on display in Hull
A painting by world renowned Italian artist, Canaletto will go on display at the Ferens Art Gallery later this year. A Regatta on the Grand Canal c.1733-4 is lent by … More
Hull theatre company to open pioneering recycled play space at London’s Southbank Centre
The Herd Theatre, a Hull-based arts company that specialises in bringing children, young people and families together in playful spaces, is opening a new installation, made entirely out of recycled … More
Whitefriargate rooftop bar to be created thanks to Levelling Up Funding
Visitors to Hull city centre will soon be able to enjoy a new rooftop bar thanks to Levelling Up Funding.
Added Value Portal Limited has been awarded £75,000 from the … More
What’s on in Hull – June 2023
Read some of our handpicks for what’s on in Hull this month.
The trailblazing Victorian artist, the drag show and the painting in Ferens Art Gallery
Middle Child premiere their latest show – Modest – at Hull Truck Theatre next week, but did you know that the story of the play’s extraordinary protagonist, Elizabeth Thompson, already … More
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