A meetup for creatives who want more than just “networking”.

Friday 5 September 2025 | 11:00am–1:00pm | Humber Street Gallery

Tired of stiff suits and awkward icebreakers? So were we.

Creative Hearts Club is where Hull’s boldest creatives gather to share ideas, spark collaborations and connect with people who get it.

No agenda. No speakers. No sales pitches.

Just a room of designers, writers, filmmakers, illustrators, producers, textile artists, printmakers, and other creative professionals who are serious about their craft, and passionate about making an impact. 

What to expect:

☕ Coffee to kickstart the conversation

💬 Inspiring conversations that could spark your next big project

✨ An inclusive, welcoming atmosphere

Spaces are limited - book now and join Hull’s most inspiring creative morning.

About Creative Hearts Club

Creative Hearts Club was founded in 2024 by two Hull-based creatives craving connection and community.

In a quiet corner of a coffee shop, Courtney and Emilie chatted the afternoon away about their lives and experiences as freelancers before saying, “hey, why don’t we do this more often?”.

The pair asked a few creative friends if they fancied joining them next time.

The answer?

A resounding YES.

And, what started as two pals having a natter has turned into:

• A popular bimonthly meetup

• Creative workshops and skill sharing sessions

• Coworking days

• After work socials

• And we’re not stopping there!

See our events page for a full list of what’s coming up and how you can get involved. 

Meet your hosts 👋

Courtney Farrow, Bloom Creative

A multi-passionate creative, writer and community builder.

Founder of Bloom Creative - a small studio with a big heart, specialising in copywriting and content creation for impact-driven brands and changemakers.

Courtney also dabbles in photography, design, crochet and embroidery, drawing a lot of inspiration from nature, history and music.

Emilie Beatrice, Celestial Studios

Self-confessed “creative work in progress”, Emilie has a love for illustration, photography and design and runs Celestial Studios.

Juggling creative and family life alongside pursuing her dreams of becoming a support worker, Emilie is passionate about sharing her unique blend of experiences and skills to support and uplift others.

Meetup FAQs

Is the venue accessible?

If you have any questions or specific support needs you'd like us to be aware of, please get in touch with Courtney (courtney@letsbloom.co.uk).

Humber Street Gallery is located on Humber Street and provides step-free access. Humber Street is a pedestrianised street, with cobblestones in the middle and flat paving at the sides.

The gallery currently offers:

• Level access throughout the building.
• Emergency call points throughout the building.
• Corridors that allow for most wheelchair/mobility aid/pushchair users or people with Guide dogs to pass comfortably.
• Guide and Support dog friendly gallery spaces.
• All gender bathrooms of varying sizes to incorporate different access needs.
• Flashing beacon fire alarms for hearing-impaired users.
• Sympathetic light levels for visually impaired visitors.
• Staff on-site are first aid trained and evacuation chair trained.

Dogs at the gallery

HSG is a dog-friendly building, though some exhibitions may require dogs to be on leads.

A breastfeeding-friendly space

As a welcoming space for all, HSG operates a breastfeeding-friendly policy in our cafe and exhibition spaces.

How do I get there?

Humber Street Gallery is located at 64 Humber St, Hull, HU1 1TU. 

It’s around a 15-minute walk from Paragon Interchange (Hull’s bus and train station). 

Alternatively, if you’re driving in, there is on-street parking nearby, or you can park at a few of the pay-and-display car parks close-by, including Fruit Market Carpark (closest) and High Street Car Park (5-min walk).

Is this event exclusive to freelancers?

Nope! Everyone is welcome. Typically, we have a good mix of full-time freelancers, people with side hustles, and those who work on their passions outside of their 9-5s.

Is food/drink available?

Humber Street Gallery has a great selection of food and drink options in their Cafe.

Here's a menu

https://www.absolutelycultured.co.uk/humber-street-gallery-cafe-bar/

I live outside of Hull, am I welcome?

Of course! We have plenty of attendees travelling from the surrounding areas, so you won't be alone.

I can’t make 11am, can I come later?

Of course! Courtney and Emilie will be there from 11am until at least 1pm, so pop in at any time.

I can’t stay for the full two hours, can I leave early?

Of course! We know life is busy, so join us for as long as you like.