The joy of reading brings people together in Hull 27th October 2017 A project evoking memories and instigating discussion is bringing people together through reading in Hull. Reading Rooms was launched in Londonderry in 2013 during the first UK City of Culture and is now being run in Hull as part of its year in the spotlight. The project began in Hull in the spring and has […] Read more Leisure & Culture
Striking the right chord this Halloween 27th October 2017 Children aged between 8-12 years-old will be able to get creative with musical instrument making and playing sessions at Hull Central Library this half-term. On Tuesday 31 October and Wednesday 1 November between 1-4pm, the participants will be introduced to the arts, through making and playing musical instruments, and, on completion, will receive an Arts […] Read more Leisure & Culture
Goldie to present this year’s Turner Prize in Hull 27th October 2017 The winner of Turner Prize 2017 is to be announced by acclaimed DJ, producer and artist Goldie at an awards ceremony in Hull on Tuesday 5 December. Goldie, who has toured the world with his music and has had his own art exhibited internationally, will make the presentation at the prestigious event, which is being […] Read more Leisure & Culture
Society of Chief Librarians Launch of Culture Offer 26th October 2017 The Society of Chief Librarians (SCL) launches the Universal Culture Offer today (Thursday 26 October) at the Central Library in Hull, UK City of Culture 2017. This new offer seeks to build on the excellent work already happening in libraries to bring new and diverse cultural experiences to local communities. Public libraries have a key […] Read more Leisure & Culture
One of Hulls best loved animals George, the Iguana passes away 23rd October 2017 The much-loved George, the Iguana, who lived in Pearson Park has sadly passed away today (Monday 23 October), following a recent deterioration of a long-term illness. He had already surpassed the average life span by at least five-years and was a popular member of the Pearson Park family. George has been living in the Pearson […] Read more Leisure & Culture
Opportunity for young writers extended 23rd October 2017 Hull Libraries has extended a competition inviting Hulls youngest writers to have their work published in a new competition, sponsored by the J Venn Foundation. The Venn Young Writers Competition is now open until Wednesday 8 November, in a bid to reach more young people across the city. Children aged between 7-14 are invited to […] Read more Leisure & Culture
The Maritime Museum goes to the Movies 19th October 2017 For one week only, the beautiful and historic Court Room at the Hull Maritime Museum will be transformed into a movie theatre screening a series of films relating to the sea and seafaring as part of the national Museums at Night. This is a chance to see some much loved classics, family favourites and fascinating […] Read more Leisure & Culture
Give your views on the future of Holderness Road library 19th October 2017 Residents and library users have the chance to shape the future of Holderness Road library. The current property lease for the library at the Mount Pleasant site on Holderness Road is due to come to an end in May 2018 and Hull Culture and Leisure Ltd has started a consultation process to ascertain the views […] Read more Leisure & Culture
Music and contemporary dance performance relives The Dogger Bank Incident 19th October 2017 A new music and contemporary dance composition written by electronic artist Vanishing will be performed at Stage@TheDock this weekend. Made possible with funding and support from Hull City Councils Art Development, the striking music and dance piece will take place from 7pm on Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 October, marking the 113th anniversary of the […] Read more Leisure & Culture
UK Maritime Heritage Forum to be held at Hull, UK City of Culture 2017 4th October 2017 The ninth UK Maritime Heritage Forum (UKMHF) will be held at The Guildhall, Hull, this Thursday and Friday (5-6 October). Co-organised with Hull Maritime Museum (part of Hull City Council/Hull Culture and Leisure Ltd), the UK Maritime Heritage Forum is an annual two-day conference bringing together members of the UKs maritime heritage community, comprising maritime […] Read more Leisure & Culture
Hull Fair – travel 3rd October 2017 The fair is held on the site of Walton Street car park, Hull, this is next to West Park, the KC Stadium, and the Bonus Arena. The postcode for sat navs is HU3 6JU. Road closure information: 4 15 October Walton Street closes 10am on 4 October until Sunday 15 October 12noon. […] Read more Leisure & Culture
Major maritime works by Turner go on display in Hull 28th September 2017 An exhibition that unites Hulls own whaling collections with works from by one of Britains greatest artists, JMW Turner, opens at Hull Maritime Museum on Saturday 7 October. On loan from the Tate Britains national collection, The Turner & The Whale exhibition, co-curated with the University of York, is a major coup for Hulls Maritime […] Read more Leisure & Culture