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New home for one of Hull's last deep-sea trawlers
New home for one of Hull's last deep-sea trawlers

BBC News

time11-06-2025

  • BBC News

New home for one of Hull's last deep-sea trawlers

A new home for one of a port's last surviving deep-sea trawlers is expected to open to visitors next visitor centre at North End Shipyard in Hull, which is part of a major regeneration project, will host Arctic views along the River Hull, the venue will provide a space to explore the area's maritime history and include a learning space for Ross, leader of Hull City Council, said: "This new visitor centre is not only a place to explore Hull's maritime past – it's a vision for the future." Built in 1960, Arctic Corsair was involved in the Cod Wars with Iceland in the 1970s and rammed an Icelandic gunboat during the ship, which has been restored, will be the star exhibit at the new maritime museum after it sets sail to the North End Shipyard and is berthed in the dry to the building, which is funded by the local authority and the National Lottery Heritage Fund, will be able to learn about the life of a trawlerman, with first-hand stories from former crew Osgerby, the council's interim assistant director for major projects and infrastructure, said: "The story shouts about what makes Hull really special."A restored Scotch Derrick crane, which is a survivor of the River Hull shipbuilding that ended in the 1990s, will also return to the site later this council said the new two-storey facility would be one of the most energy-efficient cultural buildings in the UK. Listen to highlights from Hull and East Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, watch the latest episode of Look North or tell us about a story you think we should be covering here.

Former seafarers wanted for Arctic Corsair attraction in Hull
Former seafarers wanted for Arctic Corsair attraction in Hull

BBC News

time03-06-2025

  • General
  • BBC News

Former seafarers wanted for Arctic Corsair attraction in Hull

Volunteers with a seafaring background are being sought to work as visitor guides on a historic Arctic Corsair is due to reopen as a tourist attraction in Hull in the in 1960, the ship is the city's last surviving sidewinder trawler and will become the star exhibit at a new maritime Maritime Foundation, which looks after the vessel, has received a £20,000 grant from The Seafarers' Charity to help the recruitment process. Deborah Layde, chief executive of the charity, said: "The maritime sector has a rich heritage in the UK and beyond, and there is no one better placed to educate the next generation than someone with lived experience."Unfortunately, all too often former seafarers can struggle with issues like isolation and loneliness after a life at sea. "That's why this initiative is such a great opportunity for both the volunteers and the visitors involved with the Arctic Corsair."The ship is undergoing restoration work before being moved to its new birth at the revamped North End Shipyard on the River Hull. The Arctic Corsair was involved in the Cod Wars in the 1970s and rammed an Icelandic gunboat during the 1973, the ship broke the record for landing the greatest weight of cod and haddock from the White vessel is being refurbished as part of the Hull Maritime project, which also includes the restoration of Queens Gardens and the Maritime interested in volunteering is asked to contact HEY! to highlights from Hull and East Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, watch the latest episode of Look North or tell us about a story you think we should be covering here.

Hull city centre bridge to close for repair works
Hull city centre bridge to close for repair works

BBC News

time14-05-2025

  • Climate
  • BBC News

Hull city centre bridge to close for repair works

A bridge across the River Hull will be closed at the weekend for repair Bridge in the city centre will close from 06:00 BST on Saturday 17 May to 06:00 on Monday 19 includes essential resurfacing and waterproofing works "to ensure the structure remains safe for road users", Hull City Council council added that the work was also part of preparing the road to handle diverted traffic ahead of the upcoming six-month closure of Drypool Bridge for major repair and strengthening work. Pedestrians and cyclists will still be able to use the bridge during the work, but motorists will be diverted over Drypool Mark Ieronimo, cabinet portfolio holder for transportation, roads and highways at Hull City Council, said: "Due to the increased traffic volume that will be passing over North Bridge as the diversion and dedicated bus route during the Drypool Bridge closure, these works are essential to maintain the integrity of North Bridge throughout this period."We understand the inconvenience this closure will cause and appreciate the public's patience and cooperation whilst our contractors carry-out these vital works."Listen to highlights from Hull and East Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, watch the latest episode of Look North or tell us about a story you think we should be covering here.

Barge stuck in River Hull to be moved within days, council says
Barge stuck in River Hull to be moved within days, council says

BBC News

time06-05-2025

  • Climate
  • BBC News

Barge stuck in River Hull to be moved within days, council says

Barge to be moved within days, council says The crane barge broke from its moorings and partially filled with water on Friday A crane barge that became stuck in mud in the River Hull is expected to be moved within days, the council has said. The vessel broke from its moorings and partially filled with water on 2 May between Drypool Bridge and Myton Bridge. It was closely monitored over the weekend and remains stable, officials told the BBC. A Hull City Council spokesperson said: "Over the course of the next few days, we will pump the barge, undertake temporary repairs and re-berth the craft."

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