15th September 2025
Updated plans for a newly designed area dedicated to peace and contemplation within Queen's Gardens have been revealed, ensuring a welcoming space for those remembering lost loved ones.
The revisions to the Peace Garden within the cherished green space in the city centre follow extensive feedback from residents, businesses, and local community groups, highlighting the need for more accessible seating.
In response to community input, the latest plans now incorporate additional seating solutions designed for accessibility and comfort, ensuring visitors of all ages and abilities can fully enjoy the space.
Initially proposed in late 2024, the artists’ impressions aimed to create a serene environment where people could find solace in nature.
Since 1986, the Peace Garden at the eastern end of the garden has provided visitors with a quiet area for reflection and contemplation. As part of the wider plans for Queen’s Gardens, this space has been sensitively redesigned to create a space for quiet contemplation and to remember those who lost their lives during the Covid-19 global pandemic.
The improvements are part of the vision to create a welcoming space where visitors can pause, relax and enjoy the surrounding planting and views over the newly refurbished eastern pond, towards the Wilberforce Monument. By focusing on seating and accessibility, we hope that more people will benefit from this tranquil part of the gardens.
Councillor Mike Ross, Leader of Hull City Council, said: "We are grateful to the community for their invaluable feedback. This project is about creating an inclusive and peaceful space for reflection, and the revisions reflect our commitment to listening to residents' needs.
“By improving the seating, we are ensuring that everyone can find comfort, connection and tranquillity within this green space."
Work on the new peace garden design is underway.
Work to the wider Queen’s Gardens programme is expected to be complete in spring 2026.
