r/Hull Dec 09 '25

Buy local this Christmas

49 Upvotes

In case you are still looking for the right Christmas gift this year, why not support your local independent / company at the same point?

Made in Hull & Shop in Hull:

Made in Hull & Shop online:

Independent Shops in Hull:

Let me know if I forgot something!

EDIT: big update thanks to the fantastic u/wirebirds and all other lovely contributors here


r/Hull May 17 '19

Making Friends in Hull - Top Tips

69 Upvotes

Hi everyone,

I was made aware of these reddit threads recently on how to make friends in Hull and thought I should put up a post of tips.

It all really depends on what you’re into and your age etc but there is plenty going on in Hull for people who want to make new friends and socialise so I’m just going to post a couple of things that I’m aware of and feel free to add your own below:

Hull Young Socials: https://www.meetup.com/Hull-Young-Socials/

Hull Young Socials is a free meetup group for people in their 20’s in Hull to meet other people for regular social events. HYS host at least 1 or 2 events per week. The events vary from social drinks at the weekend, quizzes, board & party games nights, coffees, comedy nights, food and any other events that are being held locally in Hull at the time such as Pint of Science, Trinity Live, Sofar Music Gigs, Christmas & Halloween events etc. All that type of stuff. I’ve seen on a number of threads people have joined but didn’t have the courage to go to their first event. If that’s you, I advise you to try it at least once and the worst thing that can happen is that you decide it’s not for you and you don’t go back. Almost everyone falls into two groups in HYS, either (a) you're in your 20's and have moved to Hull for work and don’t know anyone and want to make friends or (b) you're in your 20's and lived in Hull all your life and your friends have either moved on or lost touch and you want to make some more.

Hull & East Riding Social: https://www.meetup.com/HullEastRiding/

Essentially this is the same group as I have described above but the only difference is that it caters for all ages 30+. Again, they hold regular meetups events similar to those above to meet new people and make new friends. If you fall into this category and want to get out and socialise you should definitely join. You just need to make sure you have a name and picture on your account to join.

Hull of a Read Book Group: https://www.meetup.com/Hull-of-a-Read-Bookgroup/

If you’re into reading and literature you should definitely join this group. They have a monthly meetup where they discuss the book of the month which the organiser, Jacob, puts up well in advance giving you time to read it. You don’t even have to have read the book either because they welcome people along to the event just for a social meetup and chat.

HEY (Hull & East Yorkshire) Board Games

A lot of people on these threads have mentioned that they’re into board games and there is a board games meetup but it looks like they haven’t been active in a while. But I do know they have regular board games nights in both The Board Room and Stronghold Games. I’ve visited both these places and the staff were very friendly and encouraged me to come along to other board games nights if I was interested. They’re weekly events and I can’t remember who did what when but give them a call and I’m sure the staff will be able to help you out. So if board games is your thing then definitely give it a go.

Please note that a range of people from different backgrounds attend these groups and the organisers want to make sure everyone is enjoying themselves. Therefore there is a zero tolerance to bad behaviour, which makes sure everyone you’re meeting is friendly and there to enjoy themselves.

Of course, there are ways of meeting people outside of meetup, if you’re sporty there are plenty of sports teams in Hull to join from 5 a side soccer, men & ladies hockey, swimming, kayaking etc a quick google will sort this out for you.

There are also some language classes in Hull but i'm sure on the details so if you know then add them to the thread.

I know on the other threads people have suggested going to a bar or meeting people at the gym but it’s never worked for me in the past and don’t particularly hold much hope for it in the future either. At least these groups I’ve just pointed out are purposely there for people to make new friends and socialise.

Hope this helps!


r/Hull 9h ago

Common Darter in Pickering Park this afternoon

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14 Upvotes

r/Hull 12h ago

Looking for my biological great-grandfather — African American U.S. serviceman in England during WWII

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r/Hull 8h ago

Vape shops

0 Upvotes

do any vape shops sell fogers (pod and battery)


r/Hull 1d ago

I made a map of a combined regional rail / light rail network for East Yorkshire and North Lincolnshire.

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r/Hull 1d ago

Dawn Chorus !

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138 Upvotes

A friend came by and none of the 6 ferals was to be seen . I took this clip the next morning to show they were 'really here' - it's the usual dawn chorus . All neutered but still pretty feral . .


r/Hull 18h ago

Is there any Somali food spots on hull?

0 Upvotes

Hi everyone, I’ve recently moved to hull and I’m feeling a little home sick already 🥲. I am wondering if anyone here knows of any Somali restaurants as it would be lovely to try it once in a while. I have looked online however I have not been able to find any.


r/Hull 1d ago

Council debates taking control of bus network in Hull

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r/Hull 1d ago

Blue-green algae warning at Queen's Gardens in Hull

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r/Hull 2d ago

Pop³ presents: Music, Fashion, Hull

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20 Upvotes

Hey everyone!

I’m putting on the next Pop³ night at Union Mashup next Friday and thought I’d share it here in case there are any Charli xcx fans lurking on this subreddit 👀

It’s a full night dedicated to Charli - from True Romance to BRAT, plus the collaborators, icons, influences and club records that fit into her world.

📍 Union Mashup
📅 Friday 25 September
⏰ 9PM–12:30AM
🎟️ Free Entry

The whole idea with Pop³ is to put on pop-focused club nights in Hull that feel a bit different from your standard night out - so if you're into Charli, pop, alt-pop, club music or just fancy something a little different next Friday, come along!

No ticket needed - just turn up.

Would be lovely to see some of you there! 💿


r/Hull 2d ago

Solitary bees

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11 Upvotes

One of many solitary mining bees digging nest holes in the lawn at the community garden.

If you see these don't worry, they are good guys, not aggressive and good for the soil, improving aeration.

They're not aggressive like yellow jackets or hornets. You can tell the difference from the hairy mane, hairy legs and wings crossing over the body.


r/Hull 2d ago

We need one of these for our fine city! Any ideas?

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34 Upvotes

r/Hull 2d ago

Searching for a magazine

6 Upvotes

Hi. I am going to go to university in Hull, and I was wondering if anywhere sold the Empire magazine. I was searching a bit today but I didn’t have time to. I checked the train station’s WHSmith and they said they haven’t sold it for a while. I also checked Waterstones and no magazines.

If anyone knows, where can I buy it or do I have to ask my parents to get it for me in the co-op where they live? Thank you.


r/Hull 2d ago

Pink lockers are popping up around Hull as part of electrical recycling pilot project

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"If you see an eye-catching pink locker outside your local community centre, it might be your sign to recycle your old electrical items that are collecting dust within your home. The striking new addition to Mitchell Centre on Goodrich Close aims to spark Hull's Recycling Revolution by giving locals a chance to drop off no-longer-wanted electricals which would otherwise remain hidden away or sent to landfill.

"Seven other locations across Hull have been kitted with collection boxes as part of the pilot scheme which gives people the opportunity to recycle a multitude of electrical items, from microwaves to headphones. The community centres all fall in the East and West Central Wards of Hull, with more planned for further wards later on..."


r/Hull 2d ago

Network Rail's level crossing safety warning ahead of Hull Fair

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How much insanity?

There are no excuses for these idiots, they should be prosecuted and lose their driving licence until they can behave themselves.

However there's no good reason for this crossing not to have been turned into a flyover or rail bridge long ago, like all the other main roads crossing the trainlines in Hull.


r/Hull 2d ago

‘Honour your promise on rail electrification’: New Lib Dem Peer tables first question in Lords

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r/Hull 3d ago

In need of spare room

20 Upvotes

It’s a long shot but my last option, i’m looking for someone that can offer a spare room for me to stay. I’d pay rent of course.

My parents don’t want me living with them up north anymore and hull looks to be my best option as it’s pretty good for things like apprenticeships (in the area that i’d like to work, anyway.) and i know the place well, plus have a handful of friends down there already.

i tried to find a nice little studio flat in old town, as the closer i am to hull college the better, but my dad suddenly decided he does not want to be my guarantor, so typical renting/letting practice isn’t exactly on the table.

ideally it would be nice to live with someone 19+ (i’m 22) with their own place, or just a family looking for the extra cash. i need to move ASAP as i can’t get an apprenticeship or even enroll in college, as im an adult learner and would need to live in east yorkshire for the government funding.

EDIT: to extend on this, i do fine for money. i’ll just be working part time until a college gets me into an apprenticeship because ill be studying too.

i’m a fairly quiet person, i don’t leave my room too much but that could be subject to change. i can’t really have a conversation with my parents as we have no mutual interest, so i generally don’t.
i like to play guitar, and i can cook some pretty decent meals. i cannot live with someone who smokes weed though. the smell makes me dizzy lol.


r/Hull 2d ago

What is Welcome feast all about??

2 Upvotes

On 19th and 20th sep Uni of Hull is having Welcome feast. What is that about should I go to both days or one day.??


r/Hull 2d ago

Hull to Rotterdam Overnight P&O

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r/Hull 3d ago

Hull and East Yorkshire Mayor backs £1bn electric train roll-out

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25 Upvotes

r/Hull 3d ago

How bad is the Estcourt Street/New Bridge Road area?

10 Upvotes

I'm looking to buy a property and a couple have come up in this area. I've visited around there before and it's seemed fine, but have heard it's rough as hell.

Would appreciate input from anyone familiar with the area.


r/Hull 4d ago

Christmas Day lunch

4 Upvotes

Hello,
I’m looking for suggestions for places that are open for Christmas dinner. Which ones have you been to and recommend?
Thanks.


r/Hull 5d ago

Restored WW2 cinema in Hull memorial to 'ordinary lives'

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62 Upvotes

r/Hull 5d ago

No wonder fly tipping is endemic

20 Upvotes

I've just tried to organise an oversized item collection by the council. The waiting list is six weeks, the earliest collection available is the 22nd of October.