Councillor Dave Craker

View article New sauna adds finishing touch to Ennerdale Leisure Centre

New sauna adds finishing touch to Ennerdale Leisure Centre

20th February 2020

A new sauna has added a finishing touch to the £2m makeover of Ennerdale Leisure Centre. The leisure centre now also benefits from steam room facilities that were officially opened today by the Lord Mayor. Lord Mayor, Councillor Steve Wilson, also unveiled a plaque to officially open Ennerdale Leisure Centre in a civic ceremony this […]

View article Hull one of five cities to host exclusive CBeebies event

Hull one of five cities to host exclusive CBeebies event

17th February 2020

Hull has been named as one of the only Northern cities to host a new CBeebies event this summer. Hull and York join four London and Surrey locations announced so far in this brand new event guaranteed to knock the socks off our young generation. CBeebies Rainbow Adventure will visit Queen Victoria Square Friday 5 […]

View article ‘Great live music, tasty food and welcoming crowds’ – Trinity Live set to return in 2020

‘Great live music, tasty food and welcoming crowds’ – Trinity Live set to return in 2020

14th February 2020

The hugely successful Trinity Live is returning to Hull’s Trinity Market. The weekly live music event, which last year brought thousands of extra people into the market on an evening as well as giving a platform to many local bands and performers, will return next month. The event, curated by Sesh Events and funded by […]

View article £1m East Park investment begins ahead of summer of fun

£1m East Park investment begins ahead of summer of fun

5th February 2020

East Park will see a new lease of life this year as Hull City Council invests more than £1 million in family facilities. The popular play park will close today for a £290,000 investment project, bringing a fresh look to the area and new play equipment for children. Next door, the splash pad is to […]

View article Pictures: Hull illuminated by captivating Navigate event

Pictures: Hull illuminated by captivating Navigate event

31st January 2020

Thousands of people made their way around Hull last night as the city was illuminated by Navigate, a three-day light and sound event in the city centre. Crowds gazed at four captivating installations that lit up Queen Victoria Square, Trinity Square and Prince’s Dock, as well as illuminating the skyline over the city centre. The […]

View article New-look for Humber Mouth Festival

New-look for Humber Mouth Festival

29th January 2020

A new-look Humber Mouth has been launched, introducing a number of residencies and commission opportunities for readers and writers alike. The literature festival, which has been produced by Hull City Council and partners since 1992, is taking a break from the usual festival format with a number of programmes taking place until the summer. Projects […]

View article Pictures: New-look Ennerdale Leisure Centre reopens to public

Pictures: New-look Ennerdale Leisure Centre reopens to public

27th January 2020

Ennerdale Leisure Centre is ready to reopen to the public after a £2m makeover. The facility will reopen next week after closing last summer for a major refurbishment. Doors will open at 9am Tuesday 28 January when visitors will be greeted with a new modern reception and cafe entrance, updated changing facilities and new disabled […]

View article Let there be light! Hull to host captivating outdoor event

Let there be light! Hull to host captivating outdoor event

27th January 2020

Hull city centre will be lit up this week with a spectacular three-day event celebrating the city’s rich maritime heritage. Navigate, featuring mesmerising sculptures and outdoor exhibits from the acclaimed Kazimier team, will celebrate the start of the Hull: Yorkshire’s Maritime City project and take place from Thursday 30 January to Saturday 1 February from […]

View article Video: First look at floating lighthouse heading to Hull city centre next week

Video: First look at floating lighthouse heading to Hull city centre next week

24th January 2020

An eight-metre tall floating lighthouse is on its way to Hull next week. Oracle will form part of Navigate, a three-day light and sound event taking place from Thursday 30 January until Saturday 1 February. The incredible structure has been designed and built by Kazimier Productions in Liverpool, where it has been getting its final […]

View article City singing projects come together for Christmas celebration

City singing projects come together for Christmas celebration

13th December 2019

A celebration of singing is coming to the Guildhall next week and you can bag a ticket to join them. Singing City Christmas will see a selection of singing groups, who have grown out of the council’s Singing City initiative, come together to entertain an audience on Wednesday 18 December. Hull Freedom Chorus, Hull Visual […]

View article Splash boat renovation begins as contractor appointed to restore historic ride

Splash boat renovation begins as contractor appointed to restore historic ride

11th December 2019

A contractor has been appointed to carry out the renovation of Hull’s East Park splash boat. John H Rundle Limited will carry out the design and restoration of the historic water chute before it reopens to visitors in spring 2020. The listed Wicksteed splash boat has been providing thrills to visitors since 1929 and is […]

View article This is what it takes to install Hull’s Christmas lights

This is what it takes to install Hull’s Christmas lights

29th October 2019

With the festive season fast approaching, you may have spotted the city centre’s Christmas decoration displays starting to appear ahead of November’s big switch-on. And this year, Kingston Square next to Hull New Theatre will be given a “merry makeover” for the first time. But did you know just how much work goes into the […]