r/Hull • u/beesbee5 • Dec 09 '25
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 • u/makingyoufriends • May 17 '19
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!
Looks like Luke is refusing to be outdone by the national Reform councillor behaviour that has been recently exposed. A toxic work environment and cyberflashing himself to a woman in the office. Truly a class act.
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r/Hull • u/Sweet_Focus6377 • 11h ago
This isn't new, fakes have been used as prizes for decades, they were obvious even when I was a kid.
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r/Hull • u/Sweet_Focus6377 • 1d ago
I absolutely agree about time-wasting calls. However 999 operators can get it wrong the other way as well, probably because of these calls.
A good while ago I phoned 999 because children were climbing scaffolding on the building opposite the HDM offices.
The operator snapped at me call 111 not 999, and hung up before I even had a chance to say, they were at the roof level at least 30 feet off the ground. A probably lethal fall height.
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r/Hull • u/hillman_avenger • 1d ago
I don't want to have to download and mess about with yet another app just to go to a single event. Has anyone been before and not used their app, and got in by only printing a ticket?
r/Hull • u/Bethsticle • 1d ago
I've had a bad tooth which keeps setting off a nerve making my whole right side of my face ache!
My dentist took me off their books a few months ago as I missed a check up.
I think I need it removed completely as it's causing problems.
I would ring NHS 111, but last time the only appointments were at a dentist in Scunthorpe or Doncaster.
r/Hull • u/Prudent-Emu2524 • 3d ago
Right next to a place with painted wall art at that too, might as well be an ad for next door lmfao
r/Hull • u/TheOneWithoutGorm • 3d ago
Looking for recommendations for a good pub meals of gammon and eggs in and around Hull.
There is an older bloke who lives in the same building as me who doesn't get out much. I took him for day out around York and we had gammon and egg at The Black Swan and he absolutely loved it, won't stop talking about it even though it was 3 months ago.
I took him out into the city centre last weekend and we found a restaurant that does gammon and egg, but it wasn't all that good.
Which pubs or restaurants would you recommend, we will probably go to all of them over time, as we have set a quest to find where the best meal (to his liking) is served.
r/Hull • u/avian_bi • 3d ago
Asking because I want to build up my tolerance to travelling before I spend 3 days in London.
I went to the deep several years ago and I loved it, i had pizza and went straight home after.
I’m in South Yorkshire and I’ll be going by train.
But all in all aside from the deep what else can I do there?
I like going to charity/antique shops and bookshops.
r/Hull • u/Correct-Succotash-47 • 3d ago
Hey all 👋🏼
Bit of a random place to post this, but I’m hoping to get more recommendations. I’ve posted in my local Facebook group but haven’t had many replies.
I’m looking for a driving instructor who does ‘crash courses’ (if they’re still a thing) or can fit multiple lessons a week.
BROUGH AREA
Looking to start January/February
Neurodivergent and a nervous driver
TIA
r/Hull • u/Educational-Poem6966 • 3d ago
Hi im looking for a full time job in the hu8 hu9 area
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r/Hull • u/Sweet_Focus6377 • 4d ago
My Samsung phone randomly turned itself off and won't turn back on again, anyone recommend any decent repair shops that could sort this?
r/Hull • u/Becca756 • 4d ago
Hi all, I am looking for a shop in/around Hull, specifically that sell oddments if that’s something that anywhere does? I’m making a blanket with a lot of colours and only need little bits of everything. I know Babes in the Wool used to do this but I am sad to see it’s closed. Thanks in advance!
r/Hull • u/Kagedeah • 5d ago