Community & Participation
Get Involved
Community involvement is at the heart of Hull’s Dynamic Drains.
Working with local communities
Working with local communities
Community involvement is at the heart of Hull’s Dynamic Drains.
Residents, schools, volunteers and local organisations have helped shape many of the improvements delivered through the project, including habitat enhancements, planting schemes, public artwork and educational activities.
Working together helps create cleaner, greener and more resilient neighbourhoods across Hull.
Image: Vibrant community mural featuring wildlife, water and landscape scenes, designed by local schoolchildren and painted by local artists as part of the Hull’s Dynamic Drains project. (Source: Groundwork)
Ways to get involved
There are lots of ways to support and enjoy Hull’s Dynamic Drains
Visit local trails, drains and green spaces
Explore local trails, drains and green spaces across Hull and discover the places shaped by the city’s water heritage.
Take part in wildlife and nature activities
Discover local wildlife and habitats and take part in activities that help you connect with nature.
Join local volunteering and community clean-up events
Get involved with local volunteering and community clean-up events and help care for Hull’s waterways and green spaces.
Support planting and habitat improvement projects
Help create greener neighbourhoods by supporting planting and habitat improvement projects.
Explore the project’s educational resources
Explore educational resources and learn more about Hull’s water heritage, wildlife and local environment.
Follow project updates and community events
Keep up with project updates, community events and opportunities to get involved across Hull.
Whether you are interested in local history, wildlife, outdoor activities or volunteering, there are opportunities to help improve local environments and connect with Hull’s unique water heritage.
Project Partners
Hull’s Dynamic Drains is led by the Environment Agency and delivered in partnership with Hull City Council , Groundwork Yorkshire and Yorkshire Wildlife Trust .