Hull’s summer of culture is about to hit top gear, and those flocking to the feast of fun are being urged to go by bus.
Visitors heading for the major events and attractions are being invited to make public transport a priority, reflecting the city’s green credentials.
With tens of thousands of people expected to soak up the summer’s sensational offerings, the campaign encourages cross-city travel while embracing the neighbouring towns that look to Hull for entertainment highlights.
The benefits of £2 single fares across many routes include the ability to relax and not worry about parking, while avoiding any impact of ongoing city enhancement works.
Go By Bus is a part of Hull City Council’s response to the climate emergency, working in partnership with Visit Hull and East Yorkshire and local service operators, Stagecoach East Midlands and East Yorkshire Buses.
The ambition is to reduce car travel and encourage more sustainable travel choices in anticipation of the rollout of electric buses in the city.
Explore the city
A vibrant schedule of activities hits full swing in the coming weeks -from the city’s rich heritage to hot new takes on music, art, theatre and comedy, the city will be a magnet for fun-loving people keen to enjoy new experiences.
Humber Street Sesh features more than 100 acts, with the region’s emerging artists and family-friendly activities united on August 3.
Later in the month Freedom Festival brings exciting performances and exhibitions to the city, drawing in large crowds for three full days of fun from August 30.
It adds to the constant cultural offerings from deep-sea trawlers to ancient treasures, modern art to maritime heritage, with visitors and residents alike urged to take a journey through local history in the Museum Quarter, or enjoy the heady mix of shopping, from major high street brands to independent places.
Councillor Mark Ieronimo, cabinet portfolio holder for transportation, roads and highways at Hull City Council, said: “This summer is looking like fantastic fun for our city, and we’re on a mission to deliver a vibrant visitor economy that achieves carbon neutrality.
“We want to showcase the advantages of taking the bus to top attractions and locations, while highlighting the cost-saving and environmental benefits.
“Go By Bus creates a happier, healthier Hull and fits our vision of being a more sustainable and green area to live, learn, play and work.”
Go Share, Go Win, Go By Bus
Keep your eyes peeled for a chance to win with Go By Bus - you can currently be in with a chance of winning a family pass for up to four people, for Bondville Model Village in Bridlington, East Yorkshire.
