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BBC News
3 days ago
- 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.
BBC News
14-05-2025
- 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.
BBC News
06-05-2025
- 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."
