Costello running track reopens following improvements 22nd August 2025 Costello running track will reopen this Sunday (24 August) following refurbishment. The Kingston Upon Hull Athletics Club and Humberside Athletics Association competition will take place this weekend, after the track saw a surface respray and specialist deep clean, alongside repairs and installation of a new surface overspray. The contract included the full replacement of the […] Read more Leisure & Culture News Sport What's on Cllr Rob PritchardCostello running trackCostello StadiumHumberside Athletics AssociationJohn BrantKingston Upon Hull Athletics ClubTrack MarkUK Athletics
Hessle Road flyover: Investigation works completed ahead of schedule 22nd August 2025 Hull City Council is pleased to announce that investigation works on the Hessle Road flyover will be completed this evening (Friday 22 August) – three weeks earlier than originally planned. The investigations, carried out by Hull-based engineering firm Mason Clark Associates, began in early July as part of the councils five-year infrastructure investment programme. Originally […] Read more News Rivers and bridges Transport & Streets Councillor Mark IeronimoHessle Road flyoverMason Clark Associates
Living with Water completes flood resilience scheme at Derringham 22nd August 2025 Living with Water’s scheme to create natural flood resilience at Derringham, west Hull completed this week, representing a major milestone in the city’s flood mitigation plan. The Derringham scheme features six new aqua-greens at Louis Drive, Danube Road, Hunsley Avenue, Moorhouse Road, Coventry Street and Manor Road. These nature-based solutions act as temporary basins, storing […] Read more Flooding News Aqua greensCouncillor Charles QuinnDerringhamEast Riding CouncilEnvironment AgencyLiving With WaterUniversity of Hull
“There might just be a Coldplay question or two!” – Lord Mayor’s Music Quiz returns 22nd August 2025 After tens of thousands of people flocked to Hull for the two stunning Coldplay shows during August, the Lord Mayor’s annual Music Quiz might arguably provide September’s pick of the pops. Teams of up to 6 people will pit their musical wits against each other during the event at the Guildhall on Tuesday 30 September, […] Read more Civic News ColdplayCouncillor Cheryl PayneLord Mayor
Hull marks Slavery Remembrance Day 20th August 2025 The Lord Mayor will help mark Slavery Remembrance Day by attending events in Hull on Saturday 23 August. The Hull Slavery Remembrance Day Partnership has organised a commemoration at Wilberforce House, which will take place in the museum’s Mandela Gardens. Meanwhile, the Lord Mayor will officially open a gathering at the Hull Afro Caribbean Community […] Read more Civic Education and Learning Museums News Councillor Cheryl PayneLord MayorModern day slaveryWilberforce House Museum
Summer fun still going strong 20th August 2025 As the summer holidays start to draw to a close, there’s still time to enjoy some of the amazing Healthy Holidays Hull activities on offer. Since schools closed for the break in July, dozens of activities and events have already taken place, from festivals and fun days to sports and drama sessions. Healthy Holidays Hull […] Read more Children and families News
Carriageway improvements scheduled for Priory Way 19th August 2025 Hull City Council will begin overnight carriageway improvement works on Priory Way next week. In response to feedback from residents and motorists, the council will be completing carriageway resurfacing and road marking upgrades on Priory Way, from the junction with Saxon Way to the top of the A63 westbound exit slip road. The works are […] Read more News Regeneration Transport & Streets A63Councillor Mark IeronimoimprovementsPriory Way
Hull SEND providers secure national travel plan recognition 19th August 2025 Two providers of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) support in Hull are celebrating after being presented with certificates to recognise their efforts in promoting active and sustainable travel to staff and students. Bridgeview, a special school for pupils with social, emotional, mental heath as well as communication and interaction needs, and the Whitehouse pupil […] Read more News active travelCouncillor Mark IeronimoModeshift STARSsustainable transportTeam Modeshift
New Hull Training and Adult Education website launched 19th August 2025 Hull Training and Adult Education (HTAE) has launched its new website. This modern, streamlined platform is designed to provide a greatly improved user experience for learners, employers and service providers alike. The new site features a clean and concise layout, making it easier than ever to navigate and find key information. All course details are […] Read more Education and Learning News Regeneration Cllr Linda TockHTAEHull Training and Adult EducationSharon Gamble
Help shape your Community Highstreets 18th August 2025 Hull City Council has launched the second round of public engagement sessions to help shape phase one of its Community Highstreets project. The citywide scheme targets local and neighbourhood centres across Hull as it aims to reinvigorate high streets through enhancing quality of place, environmental performance, accessibility, community services and satisfaction, footfall and commercial spend, […] Read more Community and Living News Regeneration Cllr Ted DolmanCommunity Highstreetspublic engagementSurveyYoursay
Hull City Council weekly traffic and travel update: Including road closures for Coldplay concerts at Craven Park 18th August 2025 Here is the latest breakdown of scheduled and emergency works taking place across Hull over the next few weeks. All works are subject to change. For the latest updates: Read more News Transport & Streets Hull weekly roadworks updateRoadworks
Unforgettable overseas experience for Hull learners 15th August 2025 Hull Training and Adult Education learners are about to embark on a truly unforgettable overseas adventure. A total of 30 learners will jet off for two weeks in February 2026 for hands-on learning through work experience placements as part of their educational journey, as well as sampling cultural experiences to provide real-world insights to help […] Read more Education and Learning News Regeneration Cllr Linda TockHTAEHull Training and Adult EducationTuring Scheme
