Hull Civic Society ‘Good Mark’ bestowed on city events venue for being ‘beacon for the arts’

Recognising excellent contributions to the city’s civic life, Hull Civic Society (HCS) presents framed “Good Mark” certificates to deserving organisations and individuals.

Recently, it was the turn of Wrecking Ball, in Whitefriargate, to receive the honour. The café, music and book shop also provides an events space for intimate gigs. HCS described Wrecking Ball as “a beacon for the arts” as well as “a great place to meet and chat over a coffee”.

HCS representative Ian Wolstencroft made the presentation to Gary Marks, of Wrecking Ball, at the venue, prior to the showing of a preview of a forthcoming Hull DVD, as part of the Heritage Open Days initiative.

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In October, the Carnegie Heritage Centre in Hull, in conjunction with HCS, organised a nostalgic exhibition. It marked the momentous year of 1964, when Hull’s railway lines to both Hornsea and Withernsea closed, and the last trolleybus service ran through city streets.

In the same year, HCS was formed by a group of people passionate about protecting the city’s history and historical buildings for future generations to enjoy. The exhibition, with photographic displays, film footage and a model railway, was a chance for people to enjoy the preview of the new DVD on Hull from the 1960s to the present day, that will be going on sale in December.

The HCS talks programme for 2024 will conclude with next month’s lecture by Robert Kingdom, on the Guildhall Time Ball, on Monday, December 9. All talks are held on Mondays at 7.30pm at the Holiday Inn Express, Ferensway, and last for an hour - non-members are welcome to attend, cost is £2 on the door.