Hull tops the table for cycle training for children in England 6th August 2025 Hull has been unveiled as the country’s top location for the delivery of cycle training to children, according to new figures from The Bikeability Trust. Between April 2024 and March 2025, 99% of Year 6 pupils in the city received either Level 1 and 2 or Level 2 Bikeability training (3,361 children, in total), putting […] Read more Children and families News Regeneration Transport & Streets active travelBikeabilityCouncillor Mark IeronimoHull City ArtsThe Bikeability Trust
Build begins at memorial garden as consultation feedback revealed 6th August 2025 Following a consultation earlier this year, Hull City Council and East Riding of Yorkshire Council can confirm the final plans for memorial gardens to remember those affected by an incident at a funeral home will include a free offer of a named plaque, extra seating and bird baths. Construction has begun at the chosen site […] Read more Legacy Funeral Directors Incident News Legacy Independent Funeral DirectorsNorthern Cemetery
August bus fare discount for families and groups travelling in Hull 5th August 2025 The Hull Bus Alliance is encouraging families and groups of friends to travel by bus this August and save money with the launch of a discounted fare. Stagecoach East Midlands and East Yorkshire Buses will be offering the Hull Card Group ticket for just £11, perfect for days out or for those attending the range […] Read more Children and families Leisure & Culture News Regeneration Transport & Streets Councillor Mark Ieronimoeast yorkshire busesHull Bus AllianceStagecoach East Midlands
Campaign encourages people to ‘share the road’ this summer 4th August 2025 People across the city are being urged to look out for one another over the busy summer months as part of a safety campaign to encourage motorists, people cycling, pedestrians and members of the travelling public to share the road responsibly. The ‘Share the Road’ campaign will cover several themes, including – The campaign will […] Read more News Regeneration Transport & Streets active travelCouncillor Mark IeronimoHull Cycle Forumroad safety
Grant funding available to continue city centre regeneration 4th August 2025 Hull City Council’s ongoing commitment to regenerating Hull city centre has been demonstrated by the relaunch of a grant scheme, aimed at bringing vacant property back into use and supporting new jobs. The council was awarded £19.5m of government funding in November 2021 to ‘level up’ the city centre, of which £7.5m was allocated to […] Read more Business News Regeneration City Centre GrantsCllr Paul Drake DavisLevelling UpResQ
What’s on in Hull – August 2025 2nd August 2025 Is there a better month than August? Maybe that’s a debate for another day, but it certainly has to be up there, especially in Hull! Here’s just a small selection of some of the things taking place in Hull this month. Healthy Holidays Across Hull, various dates There are tonnes of events happening across the […] Read more Leisure & Culture News Theatre What's on Dino DayFreedom FestivalPearson Park
Council Leader announces ward budget boost to “make Hull cleaner, greener and safer” 1st August 2025 The Leader of Hull City Council has signed off a plan that will see local ward funds, known as ‘Community Initiative Budgets (CIB)’, boosted by Hull City Council. The budgets are used at the ward level and allow local ward councillors to support projects that benefit the social, environmental and economic wellbeing of the area. […] Read more News Cllr Mike Ross
Hull City Council weekly traffic and travel update – 1 August 1st 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 Regeneration Transport & Streets Hull weekly roadworks updateRoadworks
Love Your Neighbourhood: Boothferry next area in line for clean-up 1st August 2025 Hull City Council’s Love Your Neighbourhood project will be arriving in Boothferry next week. As part of the citywide initiative, several streets within the ward will undergo a comprehensive tidy-up between Monday 4 August and Friday 15 August, leaving areas transformed and residents with an enhanced sense of pride in their community. The streets that […] Read more Community and Living Environment News Transport & Streets BoothferryCllr Charles QuinnLove Your Neighbourhood
Completion of High Street improvement works enhances connectivity and celebrates Hull’s heritage 1st August 2025 Improvement works to enhance connectivity, accessibility, and the overall experience for both pedestrians and motorists along High Street are now complete. Delivered by contractor Eric Wright Civil Engineering and jointly funded by National Highways and Hull City Council, the 12-week programme is part of a wider initiative that includes ongoing upgrades to Humber Dock Street and […] Read more News Regeneration Transport & Streets Cllr Mark IeronimoEric Wright Civil EngineeringHigh StreetMaritime
Yorkshire Day 2025: Hull sends love to London in a heartfelt invitation to visit the region 1st August 2025 This Yorkshire Day, Hull is spreading the love with the launch of a new video titled From Hull, With Love x – a heartfelt message from the people of Hull and East Yorkshire to the rest of the UK. To celebrate the launch, a dedicated group of HEY! Volunteers are heading to London today to […] Read more Leisure & Culture News Cllr Rob PritchardDeputy Lieutenant Chris BlacksellFrom Hull with love xHEY VolunteersHull TrainsLondonLouise MendhamVHEYVisit Hull and East YorkshireYorkshire Day 2025Yorkshire Day 25
New planning guidelines adopted for Garden Village 31st July 2025 New and refreshed planning guidelines shaping how future developments should take place in the Garden Village Conservation Area have now been adopted in full and will come into effect from tomorrow, Friday 1 August. The Article 4 Direction introduces additional planning controls for ‘Cross Overs’ and ‘Hard Standings’ and is intended to control the removal […] Read more News Planning Regeneration Cllr Paul Drake DavisGarden Village Conservation Area
