Cllr Rob Pritchard

View article New series of adult art workshops at Ferens Art Gallery

New series of adult art workshops at Ferens Art Gallery

The Ferens Art Gallery has launched the first of an exciting series of adult art and craft workshops, starting this week (Saturday 13 September). Whether you’re keen to explore new creative skills or revisit something you have enjoyed before, with expert guidance these new workshops offer a unique and enriching day out to remember in […]

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View article National Archives accreditation for Hull History Centre

National Archives accreditation for Hull History Centre

Hull History Centre has once again been awarded Archive Service Accreditation by The National Archives. The award is the UK quality standard in recognising good performance in all areas of archive service delivery, and shows that Hull History Centre has met national standards in the care of its unique collections. An official certificate will be […]

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View article Preparation for 2026 water play starts now

Preparation for 2026 water play starts now

Works to refurbish Pickering Park and repair East Park water play areas have started, allowing ample time to be ready for the 2026 summer season.  Pickering Park paddling pool will receive a full refurbishment with improvements including new jets and water features, as well as a new plant room with an upgraded filtration system.  East […]

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View article Costello running track reopens following improvements

Costello running track reopens following improvements

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 […]

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View article East Park gates reopen as part of major park improvements

East Park gates reopen as part of major park improvements

Significant improvement works to enhance accessibility at East Park have been completed, including the reopening on the main park gates on Holderness Road. East Park now features additional parking spaces, including accessible spaces, a new footpath, new signs and lines for a new road layout with a one-way system and added speed tables.  Tactile paving, […]

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View article Yorkshire Day 2025: Hull sends love to London in a heartfelt invitation to visit the region

Yorkshire Day 2025: Hull sends love to London in a heartfelt invitation to visit the region

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 […]

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View article Centenary of the death of Hull artist commemorated at Hull History Centre

Centenary of the death of Hull artist commemorated at Hull History Centre

Hull artist Fredrick Shultz Smith’s work is being celebrated at Hull History Centre, as part of the centenary of his death commemorations. The centre will display its collection of illustrations by Smith, the majority of which remain unpublished. Smith’s work consists of images of the Hull he knew, drawing street scenes the capture many lost […]

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View article Photographer talk at new West Hull gallery

Photographer talk at new West Hull gallery

Hull photographer George Norris will give a talk about his exhibition in West Hull gallery today (Thursday 24 July). Untethered features a collection of photographs taken by George on a visit to Appleby Horse Fair in Cumbria in May 2024. He travelled there with this brother Carl, a horse-trader, on Carl’s horse and cart, following […]

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View article Families invited to make history this summer with Hull Museums

Families invited to make history this summer with Hull Museums

Hull Museums is inviting families to ‘make history this summer’ with an exciting new campaign designed to turn the summer holidays into an unforgettable adventure across the city’s most loved heritage venues. Running throughout the school break, the activities offers a rich mix of free and low-cost events, from hands-on archaeology sessions to vintage flair […]

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View article Pride in Hull kicks off summer of events in Hull city centre

Pride in Hull kicks off summer of events in Hull city centre

Summer is looking bright in Hull city centre with a whole host of events for all ages, starting with Pride in Hull. Hosted in a number of sites and venues, the event returns next Saturday (26 July) and promises to be a vibrant celebration, all under the inclusive banner of this year’s theme: “You’re Welcome.” […]

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View article Roman army to visit Hull’s Museums Quarter

Roman army to visit Hull’s Museums Quarter

Get ready to step back in time this weekend as Hull’s Museums Quarter is transformed into a bustling Roman encampment. Romanfest is a free event that offers a fascinating glimpse into the life of Roman soldiers and civilians. It takes place this Saturday (19) and Sunday (20 July) from 11am-4pm, and allows visitors to experience […]

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View article New Hull Music Board launch will drive ambitious new music plan for the city

New Hull Music Board launch will drive ambitious new music plan for the city

Members of the new Hull Music Board have been revealed at the city’s first forum meeting. Taking place at Connexin Live, the new board was officially launched to oversee the delivery of the Hull Music Plan 2025–2030 – a bold and inclusive five-year strategy to elevate Hull’s music sector and support with the city’s wider […]

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