City Centre
Highlights
Ferens Art Gallery
Hull's flagship public gallery holds a permanent collection spanning seven centuries of European and British art, including Old Masters, portraits, marine paintings and a strong contemporary programme. Transformed during City of Culture 2017, the Ferens hosts major loan exhibitions and is free to enter.
Hull Truck Theatre
One of the UK's leading producing theatres, Hull Truck has been developing and staging new writing for over fifty years. Its Ferensway building — opened in 2009 — houses a 440-seat main auditorium and a flexible studio space. The theatre programmes a mix of world premieres, co-productions with major UK companies, and community work rooted in Hull.
Stories about City Centre
The History of Hull Fair: 700 Years from Medieval Charter to Walton Street
From a 13th-century royal charter to one of Europe's largest travelling fairs: the full story of Hull Fair, where it began, how it moved, and why it keeps coming back.
MKM Stadium Matchday Guide: Parking, Pubs & Tips for Hull City & Hull FC Fans
Heading to the MKM Stadium for Hull City AFC or Hull FC? Here is your complete matchday guide: official car parking prices, away-friendly pubs, train travel, and turnstile tips.
The Essential Guide to Christmas 2026 in Hull: Markets, Light Switch-On & Events
Everything happening for Christmas 2026 in Hull. Queen Victoria Square lights switch-on, Trinity Market festive night markets, Beverley Festival of Christmas, and theatre pantomimes.