Ennerdale Leisure Centre to undergo energy efficiency improvements 14th March 2025 Works will begin this spring on energy efficiency improvements at Ennerdale Leisure Centre to help to safeguard its long-term future. The centre will close to the public on Monday 19 May with works to be completed by contractor Esteem and subcontractor Hobson & Porter. Access to all council-owned leisure facilities in the city, including the […] Read more Environment Leisure & Culture News Regeneration Cllr Rob Pritchardenergy efficiencyEnnerdale Leisure CentreSwimming Pool Support Fund
Hull City Council commits to re-bidding for UNESCO status after bid outcome 7th March 2025 After just missing out on this round, Hull City Council said it is even more determined to become a UNESCO Creative City of Music, with plans to strengthen its bid for 2027. Following feedback from the United Kingdom National Commission for UNESCO, the city will drive the delivery of its recently published five-year Music Plan and […] Read more Leisure & Culture News City of MusicCllr Rob PritchardMark PageSesh EventsUNESCO Creative City
Hull to welcome Ukrainian Culture Minister 5th March 2025 Hull City Council has today announced Galyna Grygorenko, First Deputy Minister for Culture and Strategic Communications, Ukraine, as the keynote speaker at the city’s Cultural Tides conference on Friday 14 March at Hull Truck Theatre. Supported by the British Council, Ms. Grygorenko will speak about and introduce a documentary, ‘Culture vs War’ by Serhiy Zhadan, […] Read more Leisure & Culture News What's on British CouncilC;;r Mike RossCortina ButlerCultural TidesFirst Deputy Minister for Culture and Strategic CommunicationsGalyna GrygorenkoGlobal Director of Arts
What’s on in Hull – March 2025 26th February 2025 Hull is hotting up this March with a number of exciting events and shows taking place. Here’s just a little taste of what you can get your teeth into. Colliderfest Various locations, Thursday 13 March until Sunday 16 March A new and exciting science and art festival arrives in Hull this month. Colliderfest brings together […] Read more Hull New Theatre Leisure & Culture News Theatre What's on Book of MormonColliderfestHull New TheatreHull Truck TheatreOf Mice and MenThe Wombats
Hull culture hits Westminster 25th February 2025 A delegation of Hull’s cultural sector are today heading to Westminster to reconnect with national partners. The visit of 30 representatives from the city hope to send that message that Hull is ready to reignite its culture and heritage ambitions. Taking place in the Jubilee Room in Westminster, over 40 people from the UK’s cultural […] Read more Council Government and Democracy Leisure & Culture News Arts Council EnglandChiedu OrakaCllr Mike RossCllr Rob PritchardCulture & Heritage StrategyCulture HullDarren HenleyEunice JogunosinmiHull TrainsMP Karl TurnerVisit HullWestminster
Free annual leisure membership for Hull sporting stars 17th February 2025 Two international class sporting competitors from Hull are being given free access to the city’s public leisure facilities. Multi-discipline participant Kevin Nicholas and futsal player Kian Skelton will benefit as part of the Talented Athlete Scheme from Hull Culture and Leisure. The scheme helps gifted Hull sportspeople who are gaining recognition from their national governing […] Read more Leisure & Culture News Sport Cllr Rob PritchardHCAL
Culture conference returns to Hull 17th February 2025 An international cultural conference for Hull’s cultural sector will return next month. Cultural Tides will be hosted at Hull Truck next month (Friday 14 March), following a successful inaugural event that took place for the first time March 2024 and saw 170 attendees. This year’s conference will formally launch Hull’s new Culture and Heritage Strategy […] Read more Leisure & Culture News What's on Arts Council EnglandCllr PritchardColliderfest FestivalCultural TidesCultural Tides conferenceCulture & Heritage StrategyDarren HenleyEilish McGuinessHull Maritime ProjectHull TruckThe National Lottery Heritage Fund
Free half-term fun from Healthy Holidays Hull 17th February 2025 This half-term, school-age children and young people can look forward to a packed additional programme of completely free activities. Healthy Holidays – already a staple for families during longer school breaks – will be offering a slightly smaller version of its usual exciting variety of sessions, with nutritious food included. The programme will run from […] Read more Leisure & Culture News Public Health
Wizards and witches invited to a night of magic at Hull Libraries’ Grownups Wizarding Night 13th February 2025 Calling all wizards and witches of Hull! – Hull Libraries are celebrating their 10th year of hosting Wizarding Nights for families by introducing an extra night for adults only. All wizards and witches are invited to join them for an enchanting evening of magic on Saturday 22 February, 5.00pm – 8.15pm at Hull Central Library, […] Read more Leisure & Culture Libraries News Councillor Rob PritchardHCALHull Culture and LeisureHull Libraries
Charities to receive boost from Hull rock concert 12th February 2025 A rock concert is to be held at the historic Hull City Hall with the Lord Mayor’s Charity Appeal Fund set to benefit. ‘Daz’s Rock 4 Charity’ returns to the iconic venue on Friday 7 March, with a night of live music for all tastes and ages. The gig will support the Lord Mayor’s chosen […] Read more Civic Hull City Hall News What's on Cllr Mark CollinsonHull City HallLord Mayor
Shop local, support Hull: New campaign celebrates independent businesses 11th February 2025 A new campaign that aims to put Hull’s Independent businesses in the spotlight has today been launched by Visit Hull. ‘Independent Hull’ will look to inspire residents and visitors to engage with the city’s unique independent food, beverage, attraction and retail offerings, highlighting the distinctive experiences that these businesses provide. From historic shopping arcades to […] Read more Business Leisure & Culture News Regeneration Cllr Paul Darke-DavisIndependent Hullshop localVHEYVisit Hull
What’s on in Hull – February 2025 6th February 2025 With what always feels like the longest month of the year now in the rear-view mirror, it’s time to look forward to some fantastic things taking place in Hull this February. Mary and the Hyenas Hull Truck Theatre, Friday 7 February until Saturday 1 March Written by critically acclaimed Hull playwright Maureen Lennon, Mary and […] Read more Leisure & Culture News Theatre What's on Connexin LiveHull New TheatreHull Truck TheatreJames MartinMary and the Hyenas
