Hepworth's Arcade
Hepworth's Arcade is a unique and historic shopping destination nestled in the heart of Hull. This Grade II listed Victorian arcade, notable as the country's only L-shaped example, delights visitors with its original glass roof and exquisite architectural details. It provides a charming setting for a variety of independent shops, maintaining its century-old character as a beloved part of the community.
The arcade is celebrated for preserving its rich heritage while offering a diverse retail experience. Shoppers can explore a selection of interesting retailers, from established names like Fanthorpes Hi-Fi, offering top-quality audio, to the famous Dinsdales Joke Shop. Visitors consistently highlight its aesthetic appeal and the welcoming atmosphere created by its unique businesses.
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With an excellent Google rating of 4.6/5 stars, Hepworth's Arcade is highly regarded. While specific opening hours are not provided, it features a wheelchair-accessible entrance, ensuring ease of access. For convenience, a variety of payment options are accepted, including credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments.
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The reviews below were last updated on Friday, 30 January 2026 at 10:23.
A few empty units in this historical and most attractive shopping arcade. Grade 2 listed, this is the only Victorian L shaped arcade in the country. Glass roof and gorgeous architectural detailing. Some interesting retailers within, not least the renowned family shop of Dinsdales Joke Shop, been here over 90 years, quite an institution. Worth a visit. Recommended.
Hepworth's Arcade is a stunning Victorian shopping centre with a wide range of independent shops. At the entrance on Silver Street is fanthorps hi fi shop selling top quality audio equipment. At the other end is the famous dinsdales joke shop. It is a fantastic stunning arcade in original condition well worth visiting,
I love hepworths arcade, it's asthetically pleasing as you see the historical architecture to it. It's lovely seeing an over 100 year old building being preserved and still part of the community by housing a variety of shops and a market place in its midsts. It's a very interesting place to visit and I very much enjoy visiting here on my days off.
Traditional arcade in Hull Old Town. Well known for its old joke shop.
Part of Hull's old town history it is the home for bespoke retailers. The joke shop has been there for ever I remember it when I was a little boy. It runs between Lowgate and Silver Street but has little passages offering access to the wonderful indoor market / foodhall and the mysterious Blue Bell pub. It's well worth walking through just to say you've seen it, done, it and worn the T-shirt, which can be purchased within.
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📍 8-9 Silver St, Hull HU1 1JE, UK
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8-9 Silver St, Hull HU1 1JE, UK