Flashback to 1920s Hull as the Time Ball drops for first time in 100 years
The Time Ball, a historic landmark that was once used to help ships navigate the Humber Estuary, is back in action today after 100 years. The ball, which is located … More
Guildhall Time Ball
A piece of Hull’s timekeeping history to rise and fall again after 100 years following major restoration
Hull’s Time Ball has reclaimed the city’s skyline, situated on top of The Guildhall’s clock tower, 196ft (60m) above ground level.
It is just one of a small number still … More
Time Ball reclaims its home on Hull’s skyline
Hull’s Guildhall Greenwich Time Ball will today reclaim its position on the city’s skyline as part of a £452,000 makeover.
Contractors Hobson & Porter will carefully lift the historic timepiece … More
Hull’s Guildhall carillon bells and clock fall silent for repairs
Hull’s Guildhall carillon bells and Barnard Cook clock have fallen silent to make way for major repairs to one of the last remaining Time Balls in the UK.
The historic … More
Guildhall Time Ball restoration works get underway
Preparatory work to one of the UK’s last remaining Time Balls is now underway.
Thanks to funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund and Hull City Council, a fully working … More
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