A big and bold project
Hull is the most vulnerable city in the UK to coastal flooding and rising sea levels after London and yet the Humber makes a major contribution to the UK economy. Growth is challenged by flood risk, restricted transport connectivity and shortage of key development land.
The city must adapt for a changing world to allow it to thrive long into the next century and unlock economic growth.
The answer is Lagoon Hull.
That once in a lifetime, single vision that is big and bold enough to change our region’s future.
At first glance, Lagoon Hull is a ‘big road’ that breaks out from the A63 into the middle of the River Humber, stretching all the way from Hessle foreshore to Victoria Dock. However, this road will lead to much more than that.
Lagoon Hull will create a destination that is a breeze to get to, beyond, and around.
A magnetic city, that has faced the challenge of the elements and become empowered by it, where people want to live, visit, work, play, study and invest.
A reinvigorated, connected and protected region, brimming with culture, creativity, life, energy and opportunity.
A truly global city that has provided the next chapter for urban life in a changing natural, economic and global world.
What it will mean to you...
A new waterfront
Developing a place where people want to come to live and work.
Environment
A region learning to live in balance with its natural environment and adapting to the challenges of climate change and a place that is discovering how to live with water and thrive.
River and tidal flood protection
Flood protection for the city from the Humber Bridge to the Docks with wider flood defence benefits for the wider estuary.
Reduced traffic congestion
A new, free-flowing route for traffic from the East coast and Europe to the M62 corridor and the Northern Powerhouse.
Enhanced riverfront development for arts, culture, living and business.
A transformed city centre and river frontage from the Humber Bridge to Victoria Dock, and right along the River Hull to Beverley, providing a new maritime living environment and the regeneration of the Western Docks.
Renewable energy, port development and jobs
New sites for the growing renewable energy and shipping sectors, creating a city centre environment to encourage growth in employment opportunities across all sectors.
Support the campaign, turn the tide and change the world.
Already supported by the Humber LEP, TfN, Local business, HCC, ERYC & local politicians, it gathers momentum every day.
This project is all about people power. Together there is an opportunity to turn this vision into a reality - we can’t do it without you. If you want to transform tomorrow, tell us today.
Current supporters
The big questions
Can it be built?
All the elements of the lagoon can be readily built using standard construction techniques. The road crossing for the entrance lock could be tunnelled using immersed tube construction rather than the tunnel boring techniques which have proved difficult with the local ground conditions, and this technique is also more suited to the marine environment.
Except for the two road connections, all of the works would be constructed within the river which will minimise disruption to the city with the majority of materials also being delivered by sea.
How much will it cost?
Core development and construction will be £1-2bn. This will be shared within a Public Private Partnership with around ⅓ of the cost being funded by the private sector. Part of the Public Sector funded elements would be met by repurposing existing Government spending commitments.
How long will it take?
Project development will be between 5-10 years, and a further 5 years to construct.
“Hull will be a shining example of how cities adapt themselves for a changing natural, economic and cultural world and thrive”
John Prescott
