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Hull History Centre @hullhistorycentre.bsky.social · 3h

Join us on 15 November as we celebrate the friendship of Philip Larkin and local artist Ted Tarling. Come and draw objects from Larkin’s archive, and hear about the fascinating life and career of Ted Tarling. More details and tickets available here: bit.ly/470FTcI
#PhilipLarkin
#Drawing

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Hull History Centre @hullhistorycentre.bsky.social · 7d

Our Lego Family Club returns this Saturday, so don't forget to come on down and see what creations you can come up with.
#LEGO

Hull History Centre @hullhistorycentre.bsky.social · 9d

Don’t forget, as part of our new railway exhibit, we have a series of prints available for purchase. Including locos of the NER, H&BR and LNER, as well as various Hull Stations and crossings.

You can also grab a badge or fridge magnet!

#RailwayHistory
#Hull

Hull History Centre @hullhistorycentre.bsky.social · 10d

Our latest History Bakers blog is now live. To tie in with bread week we have Scotch Crumpets, or are they pancakes? Tell us what you think! tinyurl.com/3r2edt77

@britishbakeoff.bsky.social
#GBBO
#HistoryBakers

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Hull History Centre @hullhistorycentre.bsky.social · 13d

Discover more about Bransholme Castle with Neil Chadwick, History Centre Archivist/Librarian who spoke up with BBC Radio Humberside's Hidden East Yorkshire team tinyurl.com/yydk4zk7 @hulllibraries.bsky.social

BBC Radio Humberside - Hidden East Yorkshire, Bransholme Castle: A fortress born of civil war

This is the story of survival, ambition, and a forgotten stronghold.

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Hull History Centre @hullhistorycentre.bsky.social · 13d

If you have been enjoying our history themed bakes, then why not try this one: tinyurl.com/426xxvna The recipe is for Bread baked with Rice and dates to 1800.

@britishbakeoff.bsky.social
#Historybakers
#GBBO

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Hull History Centre @hullhistorycentre.bsky.social · 14d

#OTD in 1066 the Battle of Stamford Bridge was fought. 1066 was perhaps the most pivotal year in English history (it gives us our most famous date) it is probable that men from this area were present fighting for King Harold against the Norsemen headed by Harold Hardrada, King of Norway

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Hull History Centre @hullhistorycentre.bsky.social · 16d

Today is the start of our new exhibit, Tracks Through Time: The Story of Hull’s Railways.

Come on down and find out how the railways helped shape Hull as we know it.
#RailwayHistory
#Hull
@railway200.bsky.social
@railwaymuseum.bsky.social

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Hull History Centre @hullhistorycentre.bsky.social · 20d

With biscuit week just gone here is another recipe: tinyurl.com/3hmaf9ec (biscuits were popular among the staff), this one is more than 50 years old. Watch out next week for bread.
#GBBO
@britishbakeoff.bsky.social

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Hull History Centre @hullhistorycentre.bsky.social · 22d

As part of @HeritageOpenDays we are currently running daily tours. We still have places left for tomorrows. If you are interested please get in touch and come explore some of Hull's history though the archives.
#HODs
#Hull

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Hull History Centre @hullhistorycentre.bsky.social · 24d

If you enjoyed our previous History Bakers blog check out our recipe for biscuits: Mrs Palmers Sugar Jumbles tinyurl.com/29apnm6a
Saul Nassé Chief Executive and Keeper of Public Records at TNA seemed to enjoy them on his recent visit!
@nationalarchives.gov.uk.web.brid.gy
#GBBO

Hull History Centre @hullhistorycentre.bsky.social · 27d

We’re big fans of sweet treats here at the History Centre, so with the new series of @britishbakeoff.bsky.social underway we've decided to run a bake-along using historical recipes from the archives. You can read all about the first offering in our latest blog post: tinyurl.com/2p9j4p87

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Hull History Centre @hullhistorycentre.bsky.social · Sep 8

As part of national Heritage Open Days, Hull History Centre is offering additional behind the scenes tours on 16-18 Sept, as well as a local studies book and map sale (16-18, 20 Sept) - see you there!

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Hull History Centre @hullhistorycentre.bsky.social · Sep 8

To celebrate the 200th anniversary of modern rail we will be hosting a special exhibition. Tracks Through Time: The Story of Hull’s Railways will explore how rail played a key role in the city’s development from 1840 to the present.
@railway200.bsky.social
#hull
#locomotive
#RailwayHistory

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Hull History Centre @hullhistorycentre.bsky.social · Sep 4

As @RootedinHull
are holding Drypool Feast on Saturday 6 September, here's Drypool Green - the original location of the Feast - in 1904. Ranks flour mill looms in the background.
@hulllibraries.bsky.social

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Hull History Centre @hullhistorycentre.bsky.social · Aug 15

Today marks the 80th anniversary of Japan’s surrender, known as Victory in Japan Day, which brought World War II to an end. Below is a file containing documents on the organisation of celebration events and activities including hospital visits and a procession.
#VJDay
#WW2
#Hull

Hull History Centre @hullhistorycentre.bsky.social · Aug 15

The Premier League starts this weekend so here's the programme for Hull City's opening match of the 1946 season against Lincoln City in Division 3 (Northern) of English Football League (EFL)
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Hull History Centre @hullhistorycentre.bsky.social · Aug 8

It was great to welcome the group from @HullBranch of the Royal British Legion for a tour of the History Centre yesterday. Thank you for coming and we're glad you enjoyed it!
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Hull History Centre @hullhistorycentre.bsky.social · Aug 1

Don't forget that we are open tomorrow for Lego Club, a free drop in event for you and your little ones. It runs from 10.00-12.00, you can also view artwork for local Victorian artist F. S. Smith.

Hull History Centre @hullhistorycentre.bsky.social · Aug 1

Today is #YorkshireDay and tho' #Hull's not been part of Yorkshire in local govt terms since 1440, it's Yorkshire for sport! Here's @YorkshireCCC walking out to play @surreycricket
1968 at The Circle, film on @BFI
site at tinyurl.com/4c4kpky8
@hulllibraries.bsky.social

Watch Yorkshire County v Surrey at The Circle in Hull - BFI Player

Yorkshire, current leads of the County Cricket Championship table, take on Surrey on a rather dull and blustery day in Hull at The Circle.

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Hull History Centre @hullhistorycentre.bsky.social · Jul 24

History Centre merch alert! Have you ever wanted a badge showing a small piece of Edwardian #Hull? We're making and selling these to tie in with our FS Smith Exhibition! £1 each.
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Hull History Centre @hullhistorycentre.bsky.social · Jul 22

The closure of Drypool Bridge for repair is in the news. The first bridge roughly on the site was this timber, temporary structure built in 1541 for access to Henry VIII's new fortifications. Copy of mid-C16th map from the Cotton Mss.
@hulllibraries.bsky.social
@britishlibrary.bsky.social

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Hull History Centre @hullhistorycentre.bsky.social · Jul 16

To mark the centenary of his death, a selection of previously unseen and unpublished F.S. Smith illustrations are now on display at the History Centre until 28 August @hulllibraries.bsky.social

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Hull History Centre @hullhistorycentre.bsky.social · Jul 14

50 years ago, Anthony Minghella graduated from Hull University with 1st in English Drama. Director of the films: Truly Madly Deeply, The English Patient, The Talented Mr Ripley and Cold Mountain. Here you can see a programme for his debut adapted stage work.

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Hull History Centre @hullhistorycentre.bsky.social · Jul 10

Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at the History Centre? Now you can find out on one of our free guided tours!

First and third Saturdays, 11am-12pm

To book your place get in touch with us at: [email protected]

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