Kingston upon Hull Crown Court
Shares a building with Kingston upon Hull County Court
General Info
- NameKingston upon Hull
- TypeCrown
- TierThird
- RegionNorth East
- Opening Times8.30am to 5pm
Contact Info
- AddressLowgate. Kingston-upon-Hull. HU1 2EZ
- Telephone Open Times9am to 5pm
- Phone01482 586161
- Fax01262 785027
- DXDX 703010 Hull 5
- Enquiries Email[email protected]
Facilities & Accessibility
- Disabled AccessThis building has a ramp to the building entrance, a lift between the ground floor and the first floor, and level access in to court rooms and hearing
- Hearing LoopThe building has hearing enhancement facilities available by prior arrangement. Please contact the Court office by telephone or email if necessary.
- Interview Rooms4 interview rooms are available on the ground floor
- Video FacilitiesCourt/hearing room video conferencing facilities and prison to court video link facilities are available (by prior arrangement)
Going to Kingston upon Hull Crown Court
When to arrive
Arrive at least 30 minutes before your hearing time to clear security and find your courtroom. The building is open 8.30am to 5pm. Check the daily court lists on arrival to confirm your courtroom number.
What to bring
Bring photo ID, any paperwork or letters about your case, and the name of your solicitor or barrister if you have one. Dress smartly. Phones must usually be switched off in the courtroom.
Do you need a lawyer?
For Crown Court matters most people are represented by a solicitor or barrister. You may be eligible for legal aid. See the legal help below or speak to a solicitor as early as possible.
Getting there
Lowgate. Kingston-upon-Hull. HU1 2EZ. Use the directions link above for travel and parking. Accessibility: This building has a ramp to the building entrance, a lift between the ground floor and the first floor, and level access in to court rooms and hearing.
General guidance only — not legal advice. Always check official instructions on your court letter and at GOV.UK.
Kingston upon Hull Crown Court listings today & tomorrow
Daily hearing lists for Kingston upon Hull Crown Court by courtroom, time and case reference, updated from official HM Courts & Tribunals Service sources through the sitting day.
Lists change at short notice. Always confirm your courtroom and time from the daily list on arrival. Free email alerts are available on the listings page. How busy is this court?
Kingston upon Hull Crown Court: common questions
What time does Kingston upon Hull Crown Court open?
Kingston upon Hull Crown Court is open 8.30am to 5pm. Counter: County Court - 10am and 2pm (please contact enquiries to arrange). The telephone enquiry line is open 9am to 5pm. Arrive at least 30 minutes before your hearing time to get through security and find your courtroom.
How do I find out which courtroom my case is in at Kingston upon Hull Crown Court?
Check the daily court list. It is published by HM Courts & Tribunals Service the working day before and shows each case by courtroom, time and case reference. On the day, the same list is displayed on screens inside the building and ushers can direct you. Cases are sometimes moved between courtrooms at short notice, so check again when you arrive.
See today's listings for Kingston upon Hull Crown CourtWhat is the phone number for Kingston upon Hull Crown Court?
The enquiries number for Kingston upon Hull Crown Court is 01482 586161. You can also email [email protected]. For anything about your own case, contact your solicitor first.
Where is Kingston upon Hull Crown Court?
Kingston upon Hull Crown Court is at Lowgate. Kingston-upon-Hull. HU1 2EZ. Document exchange: DX 703010 Hull 5.
Get directionsIs Kingston upon Hull Crown Court accessible?
This building has a ramp to the building entrance, a lift between the ground floor and the first floor, and level access in to court rooms and hearing. Hearing loop: The building has hearing enhancement facilities available by prior arrangement. Please contact the Court office by telephone or email if necessary.. If you need an adjustment for your hearing, tell the court in advance using the contact details above.
Can I take my phone into Kingston upon Hull Crown Court?
Yes. Phones go through the security scanner on the way in and must be switched off or silent inside the courtroom. Recording, photographing or filming anything inside a court building is a criminal offence. Some courts ask you to hand phones in at the public gallery door for certain trials.
What should I bring to a hearing at Kingston upon Hull Crown Court?
Photo ID, any letter or paperwork about your case, and the name of your solicitor or barrister if you have one. Dress smartly. Allow time for security: bags are searched and sharp objects, glass and aerosols are not allowed in.
Do I need a solicitor for a Crown Court hearing?
Almost everyone appearing in the Crown Court is represented. Legal aid is usually available for Crown Court cases, although you may be asked to contribute. If you have a hearing listed and no representation, contact a criminal defence firm as early as possible.
Criminal defence solicitors near Kingston upon HullCan members of the public watch a hearing at Kingston upon Hull Crown Court?
Yes. Almost all Crown Court hearings are open to the public and there is a public gallery in each courtroom. You do not need to book. Some hearings are closed or have reporting restrictions, and the usher will tell you if you cannot enter.