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Get involved with Hull’s Public Art Audit

Residents Hull can join in a the Hull Public Art Audit to document the public art works across the city.

You can get involved by taking photos of your favourite pieces of art and sharing them on social media with the hashtag #HullPublicArt, or by tagging Hull City Council and Beam Arts.

Speaking about the audit, Kath Wynne-Hague, Head of Culture, Place, City Centre, said:

“Public art means a lot of things to a lot of people. It’s in your parks, in the gardens, and down the street. It is sculpture, it’s mural it’s mosaic.

“The public art audit is really important because currently we need to find out about all the public art that we have in Hull in our communities, in our neighbourhoods.

“We want to understand what the work is, who the artist was, who commissioned it, what state the work is in. All this information is important for us to understand the state of the art that we’ve got in the city.

“We want the public to get involved, look in their communities and neighbourhoods, and take pictures of any public art. It could be a sculpture, it could also be a mural, and what we want to do is understand what is out there in the city.

“You can send in your photos through social media. We’ll also be working with the volunteers to do some more research on the work you submit.”

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Hull’s new smart traffic technology on Stoneferry Road

New technology has been installed across Stoneferry Road to reduce congestion and collisions. The traffic technology is the very first scheme of it’s kind in the UK.

We spoke to Councillor Mark Ieronimo, Portfolio Holder for Transportation, Roads and Highways, to find out more:

“In a UK first, Hull City Council has worked with Clearview intelligence to bring improvements to the Stoneferry Road corridor. One of these improvements is to bring about better road safety for those using the roads, particularly cyclists and pedestrians.

“Another improvement is to reduce congestion on the road. We hope that by making this area more appealing, it will encourage people to cycle and walk more.

“One of the improvements has been the introduction of intelligent road studs. These detect cyclists approaching the junction and illuminate to alert motorists, making the junction a lot safer.

“One of the other improvements has been to have real time information relates to to drivers on the VMS signs around the city, so drivers are better able to choose their route.

“A third improvement has been the introduction of an infrared system which alerts lorry drivers there’s a rail bridge ahead. The railway bridge is struck on average about six times a year and this will avoid that happening, the clean up costs, and the congestion that causes.

“All in all these improvements will make the roads safer. They’ll also reduce congestion and they just show the council’s commitment overall to improving the road Network for motorists scientists and pedestrians”.

Click here to find out more about the current regeneration work taking place across the city.

Hull Parks celebrate prestigious green flag awards

Hull City Council is celebrating Green Flag Awards for East Park and Pearson Park, as they retain the coveted status for another year.

The Green Flag Awards scheme, managed by environmental charity Keep Britain Tidy under license from the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities, recognises and rewards well-managed parks and green spaces.

Jane Winter, Pearson Park Community Health, and Engagement Ranger, said: “Well we actually found out a couple of months, sorry, a couple of weeks ago.

“We have been waiting about three months to find out, so it was a bit of a nervous wait. But that’s when we found out and we were chuffed that we retained it again for the third year running.

“A lot of work, I suppose a lot of it behind the scenes which people don’t really see all the time. Obviously, there’s the Hull Culture and Leisure Rangers that do the day-to-day running of the park, with the litter picking and the maintaining – making sure it looks clean and tidy for everybody.

“Also, lots of grounds workers that come in, grass cutting and because were in the conservatory at the moment, obviously tending to the plants and making sure that everything is neat and tidy for the public.

“Also, of course, you’ve got the events and activities side of it, which I’m involved in, which I couldn’t do without the help of local volunteers as well, so a big thank you to them too.

“It is really vital, I think everyone found that out during the pandemic, that our open and green spaces around the city are just a lifeline to some people. Some people don’t have their own gardens, or even a yard.

“So, it’s a free, lovely, public green space that is great for getting outside, fresh air, good for mental health, all those benefits, educational – it’s fantastic.”

Young Artist Open: Interview with Stephanie Edwards

The Young Artist Open is now on display at Ferens Art Gallery, a celebration of the best young talent in the region and across the UK.

It is also part of the 2023 Open Exhibiton, which takes place each to showcase some of the amazing talent in the area.

The exhibition includes over 300 artworks produced by amateur and professional artists, many of them from the local area.

Speaking about the Young Artist Open, Stephanie Edwards, Exhibitions Assistant at Ferens Gallery said:

“This year we’ve had over 600 entries submitted to the Young Artists Open. That includes entries from over 25 schools in Hull and the surrounding areas.

“Submissions have also been made in three area categories, from 0-6 years old, 7-11 years and then 12-15 years.

“When you visit the Young Artist Open, you’ll find a huge variety of media. These artworks are made of watercolours, acrylic, oil pastels, chalk, and feature a wide variety of subject matter. There’s local landscape, portraits, family pets, as well as a few fictional characters as well.

“So come and see the Young Artists Open. It’s open from 21 July until 1 October 2023.”

Watch our interview with Claire Longrigg, Exhibitions Officer at Ferens Art Gallery, to learn more about the 2023 Open Exhibition.

Open Exhibition 2023 opens at Ferens Art Gallery

The 2023 Open Exhibition, which celebrates the best artistic talent in the region and across the UK, has opened at Ferens Art Gallery.

It features over 300 artworks, including paintings, sculptures, photography, ceramics, textiles, installations, and film produced by amateur and professional artists, many of them from the local area.

Some of the artworks are for sale, giving visitors the opportunity to buy and own a unique piece of art.

Clare Longrigg, Exhibition Officer at Ferens Art Gallery Said:

“So, for the 2023 Open Exhibition we had over 2000 artworks submitted and the selectors had a really busy task to whittle it down to just over 300 artworks in the exhibition.

“We’ve got paintings, sculptures, ceramics, installations, photography and also film. We have a number of prizes that are awarded including the peoples vote. So an opportunity for the public to vote for their favourite work in the exhibition.

“A lot of the artworks are for sale as well, form as little as £30 up to about £4000.

“So, we open on Friday 21 July and we run until 31 October. It’s free admission and you can come along at anytime. We’re open Monday to Saturday, 10am – 4:30pm, and Sundays 11am – 4pm.”

Discover more local events by visiting our ‘What’s On’ page.

Councillor Mark Ieronimo chats Argyle Street and Stanley Street resurfacing

Argyle Street and Stanley Street in Hull are two of a number of streets currently being resurfaced.

Councillor Mark Ieronimo chatted to us about why the work was taking place, and the measures being used to minimise disruption to motorists.

You can find out more here.

Clive Sullivan exhbition opens at Street Life Museum

The Clive Sullivan and Rugby in Hull Exhibition at the Street Life Museum features memorabilia from Clive’s family. Clive Sullivan played Rugby League for both Hull KR and Hull FC, as well as representing Wales at international level.

Speaking at the opening of the exhibition, Rosalyn Sullivan said:

“I’m really proud and the family are really proud. I think it’s important that people see what Rugby meant to Clive and what he achieved in the game, because Clive loved the city and loved the people of Hull.

“I think he gave them a lot of pleasure and always had a lot of time for them.”

Councillor Rob Pritchard, Portfolio Holder for Culture and Leisure said:

“It’s very important what Clive’s done and what he did for the city. He’s one of the few players to score 100 tries for Rovers and 100 tries for Hull

“But also he’s the man behind the road, and I think it’s important to remember the heroes we have in Hull, what they did, and what they achieved and it’s important to remember that.

Find out more about the exhibition at the Streetlife Museum here.

Re-Use electrical shop re-opens on Hessle Road

A shop aimed at encouraging the reuse and repair of second-hand electrical goods has moved to a new location. The Re-Use Electrical Shop, previously located on Marfleet Lane, has now re-opened within Dove House’s Furniture Superstore on Hessle Road.

Andy Frankish, Re-Use Electrical Shop Manager said:

“Well, the Re-Use Shop is a partnership between Dove House, city council and FCC, who run the household waste sites.

“There’s 13 in Hull and the surrounding area, we have a container on each site and people can donate straight into the container. They also can ring the shop directly for a booking to have one picked up from their houses.

“It’s, as you can see its well-stocked, it’s for people who ain’t necessarily on a lot of money – this is an alternative.

“There all PAT tested, there are all function tested, and as you can see there clean, very much.

“We sell microwaves, dryers, dishwashers, washing machines, fridges, freezers, fridge freezers – basically all household appliances.

“Well originally, we was on Marfleet Lane and to be fair the footfall was very low. In the first week that we opened we took as much here as what we did in a month down at the other shop. And we are busy, very busy. We’ve got plenty of people that come back, repeat customers.

“If anybody needs a bargain, believe me we don’t let anything go out the door that we’re not sure about. Everything is thoroughly tested.”

Hull’s Time Ball drops for the first time in 100 years

After 100 years, Hull’s Time Ball is back in action! The historic timekeeping device rises again, restored to its former glory.

Watch our video above as the Hull Time Ball comes to life for the first time in over 100 years.

The Time Ball is located on the top of the Guildhall clock tower, 60m above ground level. It’s the highest Time Ball in the UK and one of the last to be built.

It is also one a few working time balls left in the UK, and one of the last remaining examples of this type of timekeeping in Britain.

Students from Oldfleet Primary and Priory Primary created a new piece of music for the Guildhall carillon. The music was also showcased at the Time Ball launch this week.

Hull City Council and The National Lottery Heritage Fund funded the restoration of the Time Ball. The project included returning the Time Ball to full working order, renovating the clock tower, and installing a new internal mechanism.

The Time Ball is now back in its rightful place on our skyline, and a reminder of Hull’s maritime history.

Hull’s Time Ball is part of a £30 million invest into the city’s Hull Maritime project.

Visit the Hull Maritime website to learn more.

Hull’s Time Ball returns after 100 years

Following a major restoration, Hull’s Time Ball on the Guildhall is working for the first time in over 100 years.

Gill Osgerby from the Hull Maritime team talks about the major restoration of the Guildhall Time Ball:

“The Time Ball’s a unique feature on Hull’s skyline. It was installed on the new Guildhall in 1915 and operated until 1922. But we haven’t seen it drop in over 100 years.”

“So, it’s just completed over two years of restoration work and today at 1pm we’ll see it drop for the first time.”

“The ball rises at the mast at 12:57pm every day. It’s held there until precisely 1pm when an electromagnet releases the ball and catches it three-quarters of the way down, and the last quarter it slowly lowers it back down into its cup which holds the ball until the next day when it will rise again at 12:57pm.”

“The Guildhall Time Ball is a unique element of Hull’s maritime heritage.”

“It’s linked to the Hull maritime project. It’s a key element of the project in terms of telling an interesting part of Hull’s maritime story.”

“The project is also funded by Hull City Council and The National Lottery Heritage Fund.”

“It’s part of over £30 million worth of investment that’s happening in our maritime assets. That includes the Maritime Museum, North End Shipyard, our two historic ships, the Spurn Lightship and Arctic Corsair and the renovation of Dock Office Chambers next door to the museum.”

Click here to learn more about the major restoration of the Hull Time Ball.

Supporting Hull Refugee Week 2023

Hull Refugee Week 2023 celebrates the contributions, creativity, and resilience of refugees and people seeking sanctuary in Hull. The celebration also aims to counter fear, ignorance, and negative stereotypes of refugees.

The week has consisted of various events taking place across the city to engage residents and bring communities together.

We spoke to Warda from Welcome House, who told us more about the local support that they provide

“Welcome House is a charity organisation to help the people, asylum seekers and refugees and support them with many sessions. We have like English sessions, crafts, sewing, some activities like walking, football, and we hope in the future we can have more activities with the children.”

“My role at Welcome House is to support new arrivals, asylum seekers and refugees, and domestic abuse. We try our best to do something good to support more asylum seekers and refugees, to give them positive energy.”

“Refugee Week is not just for asylum seekers or refugees, we share this with English people as well because they support us. If they are refugee I think they enjoy it (staying in Hull) because they were an asylum seeker before and they can have a chance to move from here.”

“But they like Hull and they want to stay here. Even me, I was an asylum seeker and I’m now a refugee, I like Hull.”

Find out more about Hull Refugee Week 2023 on their official Facebook page.

Councillor Pritchard on Hull Refugee Week 2023

Hull Refugee Week 2023 is happening on 19 – 23 June 2023. The annual event celebrates the contributions, creativity and resilience of refugees and people seeking sanctuary, with events scheduled across the city.

Speaking about Hull Refugee Week 2023, Councillor Pritchard said;

“I think for Refugee Week it’s really important we take time, every year, just to stop, pause and think about actually the refugees that have been displaced from their homelands and come to our beautiful city.”

“But also, why are they here? What are their stories?”

“Why have they sought to leave their homes and look to live elsewhere, whether it’s persecution, wars, or whatever it is that has made them leave their homes. It’s part of our DNA, from Wilberforce right through to the current day, like with the VHEY Volunteers.”

“As part of their programme they actively seek out refugees that have come to our city, and actually get them involved so they feel part of our city. To feel like they can contribute in a meaningful way.”

Visit the official Facebook page for Hull Refugee Week 2023 to find out more.

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