Hull’s historic Arctic Corsair named Virtual Flagship of the Year 2022 21st June 2022 The city’s sole survivor of Hull’s former distant-water, sidewinder fishing fleet, the Arctic Corsair, has been awarded Virtual Flagship status for 2022 by National Historic Ships UK. Competition was strong for the coveted accolade, with applications received from a range of operational and static craft on the National Registers based on their seasonal programmes and […] Read more Leisure & Culture Museums News Regeneration Arctic CorsairHull MaritimeNational Historic ShipsNational Lottery Heritage FundNational Lottery playerVirtual Flagship
Residents asked to confirm household information 21st June 2022 This week Hull City Council’s annual electoral register canvass begins. Households who have a registered e-mail address on the electoral register will receive an e-mail from electoral.services@hullcc.gov.uk at the Council asking them to check their household voter registration details. The annual canvass takes place to allow the Council to keep the electoral register up-to-date, and all […] Read more Council Government and Democracy News CanvasselectionsMatt Jukesvoter registration
Restoration of Hull’s historic ships moves step forward 20th June 2022 Two of the city’s cherished ships, Arctic Corsair and Spurn Lightship, have reached the next phase of their restoration. The ships are undergoing a shotblasting process to remove the old paint back to the original steel, removing any corrosion before primer and new paint layers are applied. This technique, commonly used in the shipping industry, […] Read more Leisure & Culture Museums News Regeneration Arctic CorsairDunstonsHull MaritimeHull: Yorkshire’s Maritime CityNational Lottery Heritage FundsNational Lottery PlayersSpurn Lightship
Weekly roadworks update – June 17 17th June 2022 Worn-out road surfaces in Wincolmlee will be resurfaced starting next week. From Monday 20 June, reconstruction and resurfacing work will be carried out to the following areas: Cumberland Street – between Swann Street and Wincolmlee Wincolmlee – between Cumberland Street and Lincoln Street These sections of road will be closed in both directions for the duration of the […] Read more News Transport & Streets Hull weekly roadworks updateRoadworks
Passengers urged to avoid rail travel in week of strike action 17th June 2022 Passengers are being advised to avoid travelling by train next week, amid national strike action that will force Hull’s railway station to close on three separate days. Disruption on the rail network is expected across the country for the whole of next week, with people urged not to travel unless necessary. After RMT members voted […] Read more News Transport & Streets Hull Paragon InterchangeHull Trainsnetwork railNorthern RailrailwaysTransPennine Express
Father’s Day 2022: Where to grab a great gift in Hull 16th June 2022 It’s Father’s Day on Sunday which means that plenty of people will scrambling around looking to find the perfect gift. There are lots of places in Hull to grab something for someone special, here’s just a few ideas – Hammonds of Hull It’s not even been open a year yet but Hammonds of Hull already […] Read more News Father's DayHammonds of HullHepworth's ArcadeHumber StreetNewland Avenue
Giant inflatable structure heading to Pearson Park this summer 16th June 2022 Pearson Park in Hull will invite people of all ages to enter an extraordinary inflatable world this July. Luminarium, from Absolutely Cultured, is a family-friendly installation that has a calming effect on adults whilst encouraging children to think, question and explore. Taking inspiration from natural shapes such as soap bubbles, plant formations and organic cells, […] Read more Leisure & Culture News What's on Absolutely CulturedArchitects of AirPearson ParkStephen Munn
Hull City Council celebrating Shared Lives Carers 15th June 2022 This week, we are pleased to be joining in the celebrations of Shared Lives Week (Monday 13 – Friday 17 June 2022), recognising the fantastic work of Shared Lives carers in Hull. A shared lives carer supports adults with additional needs to support them to live a full and independent lifestyle in their own family […] Read more Adult social care Health and Social Care News adult social carecarersConnect to SupportCouncillor Linda ChambersHull Connect to SupportShared Lives
Try out instruments at Albemarle open day and go backstage at Hull Truck 15th June 2022 The Albemarle Music Centre, in partnership with Hull Truck Theatre, are holding an open day this Saturday, 11am to 4pm. Everyone is welcome to come along to try out instruments, including string, brass and woodwind instruments, as well as steel pan music and DJ workshops at the Albemarle. There are also three events for people […] Read more Children and families Community and Living Education and Learning News What's on Albemarle Music CentreCouncillor mike rossHull Truck Theatre
Theatre library opens in Hull’s Old Town 14th June 2022 A collection of more than 2,000 play scripts and theatre reference books has opened its doors in Hull. Middle Child’s theatre library, based in the company’s rehearsal space on High Street, ensures that world-class texts are available for any resident of Hull to borrow free-of-charge. The collection includes contemporary writing by the likes of Alice […] Read more Leisure & Culture Libraries News Hull TheatreMiddle Child Theatre
Essential road repairs in Wincolmlee 13th June 2022 Essential repair work will begin on parts of Wincolmlee and Cumberland Street later this month to ensure the roads provide a safe and even surface for traffic. From Monday 20 June, reconstruction and resurfacing will be carried out to the following areas where the road surface has deteriorated: Cumberland Street – between Swann Street and […] Read more News Transport & Streets RoadworksWincolmlee
Music for Youth final sees five ensembles from Hull compete 13th June 2022 Five ensembles from Hull have made it through to the national finals of Music for Youth. Hymers Junior School Years 6 choir, Albemarle Stringtastic, Albemarle Chamber Ensemble, SpiritU’ll and Hull Youth Jazz Orchestra have all made it through the regional heat performing alongside ensembles from across the region. Some of the groups will head to […] Read more Children and families Education and Learning News Albemarle Music CentreCouncillor mike rossHull Music ServiceMusic for Youth
