Launched on 15th January 2024, Talking Tables are an invitation for people to come together, share in meaningful and vibrant conversation, build lasting relationships and help to create a stronger, more connected Hull.
How Talking Tables Works
Charities and businesses across Hull have agreed to host one or more Taking Table at their venues at set times each week (normally mornings or afternoon)
The tables are available for anyone to join, and engage others in conversation.
Where possible these tables will be supported by a Talking Table Volunteer to welcome people to the table and support a good chat between patrons. But each venue has been given guidance to support people in feeling comfortable and safe.
Each table will be at venues where people can buy a drink, a bite to eat* and relax.
* Some venues will have limited food available.
The Tables will be clearly marked up as a Talking Table and have a small selection of games available to play or conversation starters for those who aren’t quite sure what to discuss. Participating venues will also have Talking Tables window stickers.
Where are they located?
Mondays
- Alf Marshall Centre: 10am – 12pm
- Ferens Art Gallery Café: 10am – 2pm
- Hessle Road Network: 10am – 12pm
- Hull Central Library Café: 10am – 3pm
- Woodford Café: 10:30am – 5pm
Tuesdays
- Hull Central Library Café: 10am – 3pm
- Lonsdale Community Centre: 10am – 12pm
- The Deep (Castways Café): 10am – 12.30pm
- Woodford Café: 10:30am – 6.30pm
Wednesdays
- Hull Central Library Café: 10am – 3pm
- Salvation Army: 10am – 11:30am
- Trinity Market: 10am – 3pm
- Woodford Café: 10:30am – 6.30pm
- Victoria Dock Community Centre: 12pm – 1.30pm
Thursdays
- Hessle Road Network: 10am – 12pm
- Hull Central Library Café: 10am – 3pm
- Woodford Café: 10:30am – 6.30pm
Fridays
- Hull Central Library Café: 10am – 3pm
- Warners (Peloton Café): 2pm – 4pm
- Woodford Café: 10:30am – 7pm
Saturdays
- Hull Central Library Café: 10am – 2.30pm
- Woodford Café: 8:30am – 3.30pm
Sundays
- Woodford Café: 10am – 3pm
Three Steps for A Good Chat
Host a Talking Table
Would you like to become a Talking Tables Venue?
If so please complete the expression of interest form below. A member of the Hull CVS Team will then be in touch to discuss the scheme further.
All participating venues will receive a free support pack which includes posters, window stickers, table displays, advice and more.
