Have you visited the Living Room yet? Coffee Shop, Eatery and Event Space, a welcoming place where everyone belongs. Outstanding coffee, locally sourced food, excellent service, and a deeper purpose: https://www.facebook.com/LivingRoomHull Open Tues-Sat, 9am-3pm 62 King Edward Street, Hull, HU1 3SQ

Hull City Council has launched FREE recycling resources, designed to make learning about waste simple for children at school and home. They include videos, graphics, worksheets and activities that families can start using straight away! Info: https://simplerrecycling.hull.gov.uk/learning-resources

This Friday 10th April why not come along to the new Farmers' Market outside Hull Minster? Situated in the heart of Hull's Old Town, Trinity Square is the former home of one of Hull's biggest markets. See you there! https://www.visithull.org/whatson/hull-minster-outside-farmers-market/

The latest #EatTheSystem podcast is out now! In this episode Darren talks to Karen Tozer from Groundwork Hull, who has set up meat buying club that is sustainable, replicable and follows a community development model that supports local businesses. Listen: https://shows.acast.com/eat-the-system-1

Wondering what to do over the Easter bank holiday weekend? Why not read the 2026 Hull Growers Handbook and find out how you can get started with growing vegetables for yourself (it’s easier than you think)! https://hullfoodpartnership.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Hull_Growers_Handbook_2026.pdf

Book your ticket to the Soil to Slice conference in Harrogate on 20th May. Focusing on how regenerative agriculture can benefit the entire supply chain, from farmer to baker to consumer: https://www.greenfarmcollective.com/event-details/the-green-farm-collective-soil-to-slice-conference-2026

Top Tips For Tiny Teeth! Start brushing as soon as the first tooth comes through. Looking after little teeth starts earlier than you think. Healthy smiles start early. And if you need urgent dental care contact NHS111 online, by phone or using the NHS App: https://letsgetbetter.co.uk/tinyteeth

FREE Entangled in person workshops from University of Leeds, Global Food & Environment Institute. Join in one of these creative and informative workshops exploring the relationships between urban food growing and nature recovery. https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/entangled-hull-and-east-riding-4811457

The Hull Food Partnership newsletter for march is out now, read it here: https://hullfoodpartnership.org.uk/newsletters Filled with the usual local and national news, campaigns, consultations, funding opportunities, FREE resources, competitions, events and training. Get stuck in! #NurtureHull

🌼🐣 The Healthy Holidays Hull Easter Programme is now LIVE! 🐣🌼 Hop over to https://www.healthyholidayshull.org to explore all the amazing FREE activities taking place across the city for children and young people this Easter holiday, don’t miss out sessions fill up fast! #HealthyHolidaysHull #HAF2026

Following the success of Social Prescribing Day 2025, Forum CIO would like to invite you to the 2026 event at Princes Quay on 26th March, 10am-2pm. Browse a marketplace of local organisations & meet social prescribers from across the city! https://hullwhatson.com/events/social-prescribing-day-2026/

Jean Bishop Legacy Award 2026 Nominations, deadline 31st March! Know someone over 65 who, like Jean, goes above & beyond to make a difference in their community? Info: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=MH-DNk12hkmjKxEluh3s9Amm5LsQwGFAkiREUbIx4NpURVo1TzhFV0REUzFRSUMwQTlJTk5ESk1XSC4u

Since re-launching the Hull Food Charter last year, we've had 170+ people sign up pledging to improve food in Hull, we want to reach 200 before the end of March. Help us spread the word & encourage everyone to get involved and help Hull become Well Fed https://hullfoodpartnership.org.uk/food-charter

Since re-launching the Hull Food Charter last year, we've had 170+ people sign up pledging to improve food in Hull, we want to reach 200 before the end of March. Help us spread the word & encourage everyone to get involved and help Hull become Well Fed https://hullfoodpartnership.org.uk/food-charter

CALLING QUEER 18–25 YEAR OLDS IN & AROUND HULL!    Artist Lauren Saunders & Researcher Elspeth Mitchell launch The Queer Mycology Lab: hands-on ecology research project exploring fungi, queer connection & how we can learn with the more-than-human world: https://laurensaundersart.co.uk/queermycology

Get ready Hull, Sat 14th March is going to be busy! OUR CITY features: - two stunning processions - a fantastic programme of entertainment in Queen Victoria Square and the Minster - a heart-warming finale show, which is set to make you laugh & dance Info: https://backtoours.co.uk/events/our-city

Easter Trails for charities and community groups at Holderness House - slots available to book Monday to Friday from 16th-27th March. Prices for groups range from £25-£50. For more information or to book, contact [email protected] / 01482 702657 https://holdernesshousetrust.co.uk/

Do you love gardening and want to do something outdoors in your spare time? Yorkshire Wildlife Trust are looking for two volunteers to help maintain the office grounds in Hull's Pearson Park on a fortnightly basis. Apply https://www.ywt.org.uk/volunteering-opportunities/conservation-garden-volunteer

It's #FoodWasteActionWeek! By preventing food waste, using up leftovers, and recycling anything that can’t be eaten, we can unlock more value from the food we already have by helping it to stretch further.  More info: https://www.lovefoodhatewaste.com/take-action-save-food/food-waste-action-week

Join communities in celebrating International Women’s Day 2026 in Hull 💜 12 March 4–7pm, Oasis, 310 Newland Ave HU5 2BN, groups are coming together for a powerful afternoon of connection, culture, and community with the theme: Give To Gain: https://www.facebook.com/people/Bora-Shabaa/61560107255563/

This Saturday 7th March, come along to Rainbow Community Garden from 1-3pm to help create items including wings, flower and pompom crowns and whatever else you’d like to create for the upcoming Back to Ours ‘Our City Parade’ taking place soon. More info: https://www.facebook.com/rainbowgardenhull/

Are you ready for #TheBigPlasticCount from 9th-15th March? Thousands of people from households, schools and communities across the country will take part in the UK’s biggest people-powered investigation into household plastic waste! Find out more and get involved: https://thebigplasticcount.com/

It's almost Spring, but there's still time to catch up with Hull and East Riding Friends of the Earth ECO winter 2025/2026 edition! Lots of interesting things including the Tree Stories and Entangled projects in 2026. Read it here: https://www.hfoe.org.uk/eco-magazine

Are you ready for Simpler Recycling in Hull? All households will be sent a waste pack via post in the next few weeks which will include a bin collection calendar for 2026/27, and more information about Simpler Recycling and what can and cannot go in your bins: https://simplerrecycling.hull.gov.uk

It's not too late to get involved in the Transform Trade Big Brew! Running until 8th March, stand up for Fairtrade, bring people together to fight for trade justice (and enjoy a delightful cuppa). Host whenever suits you and your community throughout the year https://www.transform-trade.org/big-brew

During Autumn and Winter when dark nights are here, vitamin D could help if you’re pregnant or breastfeeding.  Healthy Start vitamins are now available from Marfleet, Fenchurch and McMillan Family Hub’s for Hull residents who qualify. https://www.healthystart.nhs.uk

👶 Pregnant or have a child under 4? You could be eligible for the Healthy Start scheme 💳 Get a prepaid card topped up every 4 weeks to buy milk, fruit, veg & more. ✅ Check your eligibility at https://www.healthystart.nhs.uk

Today is the day! Come along to the Hull Seed Celebration at Jubilee Central, 62 King Edward Street, HU1 3SQ from 10:30am to 2:30pm We can't wait to see you! There'll be stalls, crafts, seeds, plants, giveaways, talks, honey, delicious food and more! Info: https://tinyurl.com/seedcelebration26

The new #EatTheSystem podcast is out now! Food Justice and Food Oppression in the USA. Darren speaks with Andrea Freeman, American academic and author about her book "Ruin their Crops on the Ground"  Listen https://shows.acast.com/eat-the-system-1/episodes/food-justice-and-food-oppression-in-the-usa

👶 Pregnant or have a child under 4? You could be eligible for the Healthy Start scheme 💳 Get a prepaid card topped up every 4 weeks to buy milk, fruit, veg & more. ✅ Check your eligibility at https://www.healthystart.nhs.uk

Bringing their beautiful produce to the Hull Seed Celebration on Saturday, Frith grows seasonal quality veg - farming ethically and regeneratively for flavour and nutrition. It aims to provide the freshest food with sustainable production and distribution methods. Find out more: www.frithfarming.com

Coming to Hull Seed Celebration on 21st Feb! Living With Water aims to help build understanding across Hull and the East Riding about the threats and opportunities water brings to our region. They'll be giving away free wildflower seeds and flooding advice. https://www.facebook.com/livingwithwater

🏡 Did you know? You can now pick up your 8-week supply of Healthy Start vitamins from Fenchurch, McMillan and Marfleet Family Hubs* — quick, easy, and free! ✅ Check to see if you qualify today: https://www.healthystart.nhs.uk *Healthy Start card required, Hull residents only

Coming along to the Seed Celebration this Saturday, Hull & East Riding Friends of the Earth will showcase how they value nature by protecting, nurturing and conserving our natural world for the benefit of people and planet. Discover how you can get involved locally: https://www.hfoe.org.uk

One week to go! Come along to the Hull Seed Celebration on Sat 21st Feb 10am-2:30pm and taste the delicious food provided by Time Bank's Yorkshire Feast Collective, cooked up for you by an expert team of community chefs, there'll be something for everyone! https://tinyurl.com/seedcelebration26

Coming to the Seed Celebration on 21st Feb! Rise Walled Garden grows organic vegetables, fruits, herbs and flowers primarily for consumption by the volunteers who work there, with excess produce being sold to fund rent and maintenance costs of the garden. https://www.facebook.com/risewalledgarden

Coming to Hull Seed Celebration on 21st Feb! Hull Butterfly City was established in 2019 and promotes using our gardens and open spaces to become more butterfly friendly, by planting butterfly food plants and managing spaces appropriately. They'll be giving away seeds, plants and advice on the day!

Coming to the Seed Celebration on Sat 21st Feb! Hull Fairtrade Partnership promotes Fairtrade and is open to anyone with an interest. Meeting 4-6 times a year to plan campaigns and events, and co-ordinates the renewal of Fairtrade City status: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61583933490695#

👶 Pregnant or have a child under 4? You could be eligible for the Healthy Start scheme 💳 Get a prepaid card topped up every 4 weeks to buy milk, fruit, veg & more. ✅ Check your eligibility at https://www.healthystart.nhs.uk

Healthy Start vitamins can help if you’re pregnant, breastfeeding or have a child under 4. Now available from Marfleet, Fenchurch and McMillan Family Hubs for Hull residents. https://www.nhs.uk/start-for-life/baby/baby-vitamins/

Rewilding Youth are offering new GCSE equivalent: Level 2 Open Award Course in Nature Connection & Wellbeing, A first in the UK!  Starts March 16th. Online Q&A session on Feb 16th More info & Book: [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=891882370063799&set=a.175966071655436

Groundwork have set up an affordable meat buying club with Nick Robins Butchers, an established local butcher based on Hessle Road. This traditional butcher’s shop sells high-quality local meat, butchered on site.  Find out more & register: https://springheadparkgolf.com/groundwork-meat-buying-club/

👶 Pregnant or have a child under 4? You could be eligible for the Healthy Start scheme 💳 Get a prepaid card topped up every 4 weeks to buy milk, fruit, veg & more. ✅ Check your eligibility at https://www.healthystart.nhs.uk

Less than THREE WEEKS to our annual Seed Celebration at Jubilee Central on Sat 21st February. Local food growers, allotments and community groups will be there to swap seeds and share their love for growing delicious food on a budget. See you there! https://www.facebook.com/events/1998864790673663/

Listen to our latest edition of the #EatTheSystem podcast: https://shows.acast.com/eat-the-system-1 From School Dinners to the School Curriculum: The Role of Food in the School System. Darren speaks to Janie Bickersteth from Oxfarm to Fork about a subject close to both of their hearts, school food!

Join the Friends of Garrowby Orchard for their WASSAIL this Sunday 1st February from 2pm on the Setting Dyke Community Greenspace, Coronation Road North. There'll be hot chocolate, entertainment and more! https://www.facebook.com/people/Friends-of-Garrowby-Orchard-Community/100071402726994/

The Hull Food Partnership newsletter for January is out now, read it here: https://hullfoodpartnership.org.uk/newsletters/ Packed with the usual local & national news, funding & job opportunities, consultations, campaigns, competitions, FREE resources, events, training and the Seed Celebration too!

Join Friends of Alderman Kneeshaw Park from 2pm this Sat 31 Jan for their WASSAIL The Raven of Kneeshaw will travel through the park searching for light. Acknowledging the trees to remember, show gratitude & celebrate whilst looking for signs of hope. https://www.facebook.com/events/1623554799066406

URGENT: start asap job opportunity with EMS on Preston Road. Cook: MUST have Food Hygiene Certificate, knowledge of commercial kitchens & at least one year experience working in one. Hours: 3:30pm–7:30pm, Mon-Thurs.  Salary: £13.50 per hour  For info call: 01482 709810 https://www.emsyorkshire.co.uk

Healthy Holidays Hull offers free food & activities during school holidays to provide opportunities for children & young people across the city. Hull City Council are reviewing the programme to make it even better. Complete the questionnaire & share your views: https://forms.office.com/e/wMKkt38zA3