Defence School of Transport Welcome Rugby League World Cup Trophies Tour

Defence School of Transport Welcome Rugby League World Cup Trophies Tour
October 10, 2022

As part of its preparation for the Rugby League World Cup, the Defence School of Transport, Leconfield welcomed the trophies and the international Fiji team using the barracks as a training facility.

As part of the National Lottery Trophies Tour that kicked off in Newcastle on Friday 26 August, 50 days before the tournament begins, the trophies are in the region.

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The Founder Of An East Yorkshire Grief Support Group Is Honoured By BBC

The Founder Of An East Yorkshire Grief Support Group Is Honoured By BBC
October 7, 2022

A Market Weighton grief charity is celebrating after its founder won the regional final of a BBC Radio competition.

Talking about Loss’s founder, Jacqueline Gunn was presented with the ‘Together’ award at an afternoon tea and awards ceremony to celebrate the BBC’s ‘Make a Difference’ awards that recognise remarkable people and celebrates their achievements and contributions to lives in their communities.

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New Wet Berthing Tender For Spurn Lightship Launched

New Wet Berthing Tender For Spurn Lightship Launched
August 31, 2022

In the next phase of the Hull Maritime project, contractors will be invited to show their interest in building a new wet berth for the Spurn Lightship.

A wet berth must be constructed on the northwest corner of Hull Marina, near the Holiday Inn and Murdoch’s Connection, so that Spurn Lightship may be moored there for visitors to enjoy.

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Bridlington Will Host A New Crab Chase Event In September

Bridlington Will Host A New Crab Chase Event In September
August 16, 2022

Children under 16 will be able to participate in the first-ever Bridlington Crab Chase on Sunday, 18 September, in Bridlington’s Harbour at Crane Wharf.

East Riding of Yorkshire Council’s Coastal Services team has organised this new and exciting event with the support of Bridlington Quay Townscape Heritage.

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Going Dutch: Can ‘Three In A Boat’ Win?

Going Dutch: Can 'Three In A Boat' Win?
April 28, 2022

An international competition has shortlisted Hull’s maritime living statues to compete against others from around the world.

Hull City Council and the National Lottery Heritage Fund have selected three of the living statues created for Hull Maritime, the £30 million project being funded by Hull City Council and the National Lottery Heritage Fund, to compete in the World Living Statues Festival, World Championship on 16 October 2022 in Alkmaar, Netherlands.

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Conservation Of Maritime Paintings Now Complete

Conservation Of Maritime Paintings Now Complete
April 12, 2022

Work to conserve a collection of historic maritime paintings from the Hull Maritime Museum is now complete.

Following a survey of 400 paintings, the 13 selected works of art that depict a variety of maritime themes with important links to the city’s history were sent to the conservation studio of Lincoln University for essential conservation treatment.

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This Half-Term Why Not Join The Sanctuary Trail At Beverley Minster

This Half-Term Why Not Join The Sanctuary Trail At Beverley Minster
February 15, 2022

A host of fun activities for the family are on offer at Beverley Minster during the half-term holiday.

Youngsters are being encouraged to make their way around the minster on the Sanctuary Trail, a specially designed route around the historic building where they can find answers to questions and complete puzzles as they explore.

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Launch Of Giving Page To Help Protect Hull’s Maritime Past

Launch Of Giving Page To Help Protect Hull’s Maritime Past
December 7, 2021

Supporting Hull’s major regeneration project to preserve the city’s rich maritime heritage has never been easier.

The Hull Maritime Foundation, an independent charity dedicated to supporting the ambitious plans to celebrate 800 years of maritime history, now has a giving page to which supporters of the project can directly make donations.

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Beverley Road Townscape Heritage Scheme Works Ramp Up

Beverley Road Townscape Heritage Scheme Works Ramp Up
December 1, 2021

More historic buildings on Beverley Road will start to receive facelifts, as external and structural restoration works begin this month.

Four historic building projects will soon start on-site following the boundary improvement works completed in the summer at six locations on Beverley Road, altogether totalling a length of 350m, having a major impact on the streetscape.  

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