Hull names win big at White Rose Awards 26th November 2019 Some of the city’s most popular names and businesses are celebrating today after winning big at the UK’s largest tourism awards – the White Rose Awards 2019. The Deep, Hull Truck Theatre and Hotham’s Gin School and Distillery were all winners at the glittering event that celebrates the region’s best businesses, organisations and venues. The results […] Read more Business Leisure & Culture News Bonus ArenaDoubleTree by HiltonFreedom FestivalHotham's Gin SchoolHull Truck TheatreThe DeepWhite Rose Awards
This is how Hull’s Europa House could look under new plans 26th November 2019 This is how one of Hull city centre’s most recognisable office buildings could look under new proposals. Plans have been submitted to transform the 1970s glass-fronted Europa House on the corner of Ferensway and Anlaby Road into a new multi-use building to be rebranded as Monocle. The application from Hull property developer Allenby Commercial would […] Read more Business News Regeneration Allenby CommercialAnlaby RoadEuropa HouseFerensway
New £60m Hull Trains fleet pulls in at Paragon Interchange for first time 25th November 2019 The first of five new state-of-the-art trains has arrived at Hull’s Paragon Interchange. Hull Trains’ £60 million Paragon fleet will transform train travel between Hull and London, according to the firm. The new high-speed trains, built by Hitachi Rail, will provide 5,500 extra seats a week with greater reliability and a quieter, smoother ride. The […] Read more Business News Regeneration Councillor Daren HaleHull Paragon InterchangeHull Trains
Hull pupils pledge to never stay silent on abuse 25th November 2019 Thousands of children in Hull will promise “never to commit, excuse, or stay silent about abuse or bullying” starting today. To mark White Ribbon Day, pupils at Green Way Academy have today been visited by a White Ribbon-themed fire engine and police car. The school will be one of 26 in the city to be […] Read more Children and families Education and Learning News Hull City CouncilHull Domestic Abuse PartnershipHumberside PoliceHumberside Police and Crime Commissioner
Hull names going for gold at UK’s largest tourism awards 25th November 2019 The people behind some of the city’s most recognisable tourism brands will have their fingers crossed tonight at the region’s prestigious White Rose Awards. The ceremony – the largest tourism awards ceremony in the UK – recognises Yorkshire’s best businesses, organisations and venues. And the finalists this year include DoubleTree by Hilton, Hull Truck Theatre, […] Read more Business News Regeneration Bonus ArenaDoubleTree by HiltonFreedom Festival Arts TrustHotham's Gin School and DistilleryHull Truck TheatreThe DeepVHEYWhite Rose Awards
What leisure facilities would you like to see in Hull city centre? 25th November 2019 People in Hull are being asked what leisure facilities they would like to see in the new £120m Albion Square development. Whether it be crazy golf, yoga, rock climbing or something completely different, Hull Culture and Leisure wants to hear the views of residents. The mixed-use development will include housing, office space, retail space and […] Read more Leisure & Culture News Regeneration Albion SquareHull Culture and Leisure
Tens of thousands see Sistine Chapel exhibition at Hull Minster 22nd November 2019 An exhibition showcasing the wonders of the Sistine Chapel has attracted 35,000 people to Hull Minster. The Michelangelo – A Different View exhibition drew visitors from far and wide during its 42-day run at the magnificent, 700-year-old church. The exhibition gave visitors the chance to admire more than 50 detailed reproductions of Renaissance master Michelangelo’s […] Read more Leisure & Culture News What's on Bishop Frank WhiteHull MinsterMichelangeloMichelangelo's Sistine Chapel: A Different ViewSistine Chapel
5 FREE things to do in the Hull area this weekend 22nd November 2019 Christmas is getting close and purses are tightening as salaries are spent on gifts for friends and loved ones. It means few can afford to be splashing cash on weekend plans when costly festive fun is just around the corner. So who is up for some awesome activities in Hull and the surrounding area that […] Read more Ferens Leisure & Culture Museums News What's on 5 things to do in Hull this weekendBeverley RoadFerens Art GalleryHumber StreetHumber Street GalleryMuseums QuarterNnena Kalu: WrappingOld TownSea; The Remains BetweenStudio Eleven
Stay away from your GP if you have this common winter virus 21st November 2019 The country’s top public health authority has warned that norovirus is hitting people in Hull. Rates of the bug in the wider Yorkshire and Humber area are slightly higher than usual for this time of year, Public Health England (PHE) figures show. Also known as the winter vomiting virus, it spreads quickly and can be […] Read more News Public Health NHS Hull CCGNorovirusPublic Health England
UK City of Culture impact highlighted in new report 20th November 2019 City and cultural leaders have welcomed the publication of an independent evaluation of Hull’s year in the spotlight as UK City of Culture 2017, which confirms the continuing impact the title has had on the city. The report, published by the University of Hull, says “the most significant impact of all” was an estimated £676m […] Read more Leisure & Culture News Regeneration Absolutely CulturedBack to OursCouncillor Stephen BradyHull City CouncilHull: Yorkshire’s Maritime CityUK City of Culture 2017University of Hull
Young care leavers given handy guide to help navigate health service 20th November 2019 Young care leavers in Hull are to be given a Handy Health Guide to help them to navigate the often-confusing health service. The card, launched by NHS Hull Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) this month, will include information on where to access medical treatment and how to look after mental health and wellbeing. It is the […] Read more Adult social care News Public Health Care LeaversCouncillor Gwen LunnNHS Hull CCG
Free check-up and microchipping for your dog 18th November 2019 Dog owners can look after their best friend with a session tomorrow offering a free basic health check and free microchipping. National Charity Dogs Trust is working with Hull City Council on the drop-in event tomorrow at Eastmount Community Recreation Centre, Waveney Road, 11am – 3pm. People can turn up without an appointment (but with […] Read more News Public Health Carr House Rescue CentreDogs TrustMicrochipping