Hull city centre

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 International Choir Competition lands back in Hull

International Choir Competition lands back in Hull

Hull’s International Choir Competition returns this weekend, bringing over 1000 singers from across the globe to the city. This world-class event, part of INTERKULTUR’s global choir competition series, returns to Hull following a spectacular debut in 2023. This year, choirs will gather in Hull for a week of competition, collaboration and choral celebration. This includes […]

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View article A magical Christmas planned in Hull city centre

A magical Christmas planned in Hull city centre

Christmas has officially begun in Hull following last night’s lights switch on, and visitors to the city centre can start to plan their Christmas countdown with a new free festive events calendar now available to pick up. After an incredible night of lights, music and merriment, which saw upwards of 17,000 people descend on Queen […]

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View article New ‘iconic’ bike racks erected in Hull City Centre to help promote cycling

New ‘iconic’ bike racks erected in Hull City Centre to help promote cycling

Hull City Council has installed two new ‘bike ports’ in Jameson Street as part of repair works to fix damage in the area following the recent disorder in the city centre. As part of its efforts to promote more sustainable and active forms of travel, the council has taken the opportunity to provide increased cycle […]

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View article Council plans visits across the city to support communities 

Council plans visits across the city to support communities 

Teams from Hull City Council’s city safe and neighbourhood and housing services will be out across Hull as part of a proactive programme of visits to help reassure residents, businesses and communities following the recent scenes of violent criminality in the city centre. The visits will see the council working alongside representatives from partner organisations, […]

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View article Hull City Council commence repairs on damaged pavements  

Hull City Council commence repairs on damaged pavements  

In response to the recent unrest and subsequent criminal damage, Hull City Council has announced a comprehensive repair programme to restore damaged pavements in the city centre.  The intention of the programme is to restore and reinstate £17,000 worth of damaged pavements on Jameson Street, King Edward Street, Paragon Square, and Paragon Street.  The programme started today […]

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View article Hull city centre is open for business

Hull city centre is open for business

Hull City Council is pleased to announce that the majority of businesses, which were damaged in the unrest on Saturday 3 August, have reopened.  Businesses on Jameson Street, including, Lush, Specsavers, and Holland and Barratt have re-opened their doors after scenes of criminality and are delighted to welcome and serve residents and visitors once again.  Despite […]

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View article Council commits to inclusivity boost for disabled people

Council commits to inclusivity boost for disabled people

Hull City Council has re-committed to a charter which aims to make the city’s streets more inclusive for disabled people. ‘Who put that there?’ A Street Charter for Hull 2024-20229 supports an RNIB campaign that aims towards a safer environment for disabled people. The Council has worked with Highways, Legal Services and local organisations such […]

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View article City centre streets to benefit from new public realm designs

City centre streets to benefit from new public realm designs

Hull City Council has today (Wednesday 20 December) published a decision record that will award a contract for the design and project management of improvements to a number of city centre streets.  LDA Design Consulting Ltd will be responsible for the delivery of detailed designs covering Princes Dock Street, Humber Dock Street and High Street […]

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