Kingston upon Hull Guide
City/town information
Kingston-upon-Hull (otherwise known as ‘ull) is a city founded in the late 12th century. It sits by the River Hull at its junction with the Humber estuary in the drop-dead gorgeous East Riding of Yorkshire.
In 1293 the port was bought by King Edward I for use as a supply base for his military campaigns in Scotland. Then in 1299, the King granted the town the status of a borough, and renamed it Kingston-upon-Hull and the name stuck. Kingston-upon-Hull is technically our proper (fancy) name, but we don’t use it that often.
Hull’s position on the Humber estuary has made it one of the UK’s most important ports, opening up routes from England to northern Europe. This was big business in the Middle Ages, as the city became a major port for exporting lead, grain and wool. The de la Pole family from Hull were big names around this time, becoming amazingly wealthy as wool traders in the city and entering the highest echelons of 15th-century society. Not bad, eh?
Things got a little bit more complicated in the 17th century though. In April 1642, King Charles I attempted to take control of the arsenal at Hull, but was turned away from the gates by the Governor of the town Sir John Hotham. This act of defiance is thought to have sparked the entire English Civil War. Beverley Gate, where Hotham made his stand, is still an important feature of the city centre today and will be revitalised ahead of 2017. Despite the King’s town name, the people of Hull supported the Roundheads during the Civil War and, as a result, were besieged by the royalist Cavaliers in 1642 and again in 1643.
By the 18th century, things were looking up for Hull, as the first dock opened in the city in 1778. This encouraged new industries, such as corn milling and seed crushing to flourish, alongside shipbuilding. The infamous HMS Bounty was built in Hull in 1784, at Blaydes shipyard. The ever-popular Hullensian William Wilberforce – well known for his charm and wit – was elected as MP for the town in 1780, with his Christian faith having a huge impact on his political life. He worked hard as part of the movement to abolish the slave trade in Britain and its colonies in 1807. The bill to completely abolish slavery in the British Empire was passed in 1833, three days before William Wilberforce died.
By the end of the 18th century, Hull was the biggest whaling port in the country, and developed as a major fishing centre in the late 19th century. Fishermen from Hull were familiar faces in the North Sea and, later, in the waters around Iceland, bringing prosperity to the town in their nets. Shipbuilding and shipowning were booming in Hull in this century too, thanks in particular to Earle’s Shipbuilding and the Wilson family shipping company. Hull was granted full city status in 1897.
In the 1920s and 1930s, other improvements began to be made across Hull. New housing estates and major urban redevelopments changed the face of the city, and the University of Hull was founded in 1927. Philip Larkin, one of the most important English poets of the 20th century, worked as librarian there from 1955 until his death in 1985. The university is now one of the leading research universities in the UK.
As one of England’s most important port cities, Hull suffered heavy bombing during the Second World War. Hull was the most heavily bombed UK city after London, with Luftwaffe planes often dropping bombs on the city on their way home, after attacking other targets.
After the Second World War, Hull’s fishing industry also began to decline. After a slow start, Hull began to get back on its feet in the 1950s and 1960s. Approval was given in 1959 to build a new suspension bridge across the River Humber, work started in the 1970s, and the Humber Bridge was formally opened by Queen Elizabeth II in 1981. This complemented the Queen Elizabeth Dock, which opened in 1969, extending the existing port and helping the city to handle container ships. The Port of Hull continues to buzz today, with some of the largest super ferries in the world operating from Hull.
In 2001 an aquarium, The Deep, opened in Hull – the world’s only submarium. The beginning of the 21st century saw several other parts of Hull regenerated, too. The St Stephen’s Shopping Centre opened in 2007, as well as developments such as the Humber Quays business district and C4DI, a centre for digital innovation in the north.
The arts and cultural sector is now going from strength to strength in the city, with events such as the Freedom Festival thrilling audiences each year with an incredible programme of theatre, music, comedy and poetry. Hosts of 2017’s Turner Prize, The Ferens Art Gallery is the region’s leading visual art space. A new contemporary art space, Humber Street Gallery, opened its doors in 2017 to critical acclaim. Hull Truck Theatre presents new productions and touring work from around the country, and Hull New Theatre has recently undergone a massive transformation, promising more world-class performances in 2018 and beyond.
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Kingston upon Hull
Kingston-upon-Hull (otherwise known as ‘ull) is a city founded in the late 12th century. It sits by the River Hull at its junction with the Humber estuary in the drop-dead gorgeous East Riding of Yorkshire.
In 1293 the port was bought by King Edward I for use as a supply base for his military campaigns in Scotland. Then in 1299, the King granted the town the status of a borough, and renamed it Kingston-upon-Hull and the name stuck. Kingston-upon-Hull is technically our proper (fancy) name, but we don’t use it that often.
Hull’s position on the Humber estuary has made it one of the UK’s most important ports, opening up routes from England to northern Europe. This was big business in the Middle Ages, as the city became a major port for exporting lead, grain and wool. The de la Pole family from Hull were big names around this time, becoming amazingly wealthy as wool traders in the city and entering the highest echelons of 15th-century society. Not bad, eh?
Things got a little bit more complicated in the 17th century though. In April 1642, King Charles I attempted to take control of the arsenal at Hull, but was turned away from the gates by the Governor of the town Sir John Hotham. This act of defiance is thought to have sparked the entire English Civil War. Beverley Gate, where Hotham made his stand, is still an important feature of the city centre today and will be revitalised ahead of 2017. Despite the King’s town name, the people of Hull supported the Roundheads during the Civil War and, as a result, were besieged by the royalist Cavaliers in 1642 and again in 1643.
By the 18th century, things were looking up for Hull, as the first dock opened in the city in 1778. This encouraged new industries, such as corn milling and seed crushing to flourish, alongside shipbuilding. The infamous HMS Bounty was built in Hull in 1784, at Blaydes shipyard. The ever-popular Hullensian William Wilberforce – well known for his charm and wit – was elected as MP for the town in 1780, with his Christian faith having a huge impact on his political life. He worked hard as part of the movement to abolish the slave trade in Britain and its colonies in 1807. The bill to completely abolish slavery in the British Empire was passed in 1833, three days before William Wilberforce died.
By the end of the 18th century, Hull was the biggest whaling port in the country, and developed as a major fishing centre in the late 19th century. Fishermen from Hull were familiar faces in the North Sea and, later, in the waters around Iceland, bringing prosperity to the town in their nets. Shipbuilding and shipowning were booming in Hull in this century too, thanks in particular to Earle’s Shipbuilding and the Wilson family shipping company. Hull was granted full city status in 1897.
In the 1920s and 1930s, other improvements began to be made across Hull. New housing estates and major urban redevelopments changed the face of the city, and the University of Hull was founded in 1927. Philip Larkin, one of the most important English poets of the 20th century, worked as librarian there from 1955 until his death in 1985. The university is now one of the leading research universities in the UK.
As one of England’s most important port cities, Hull suffered heavy bombing during the Second World War. Hull was the most heavily bombed UK city after London, with Luftwaffe planes often dropping bombs on the city on their way home, after attacking other targets.
After the Second World War, Hull’s fishing industry also began to decline. After a slow start, Hull began to get back on its feet in the 1950s and 1960s. Approval was given in 1959 to build a new suspension bridge across the River Humber, work started in the 1970s, and the Humber Bridge was formally opened by Queen Elizabeth II in 1981. This complemented the Queen Elizabeth Dock, which opened in 1969, extending the existing port and helping the city to handle container ships. The Port of Hull continues to buzz today, with some of the largest super ferries in the world operating from Hull.
In 2001 an aquarium, The Deep, opened in Hull – the world’s only submarium. The beginning of the 21st century saw several other parts of Hull regenerated, too. The St Stephen’s Shopping Centre opened in 2007, as well as developments such as the Humber Quays business district and C4DI, a centre for digital innovation in the north.
The arts and cultural sector is now going from strength to strength in the city, with events such as the Freedom Festival thrilling audiences each year with an incredible programme of theatre, music, comedy and poetry. Hosts of 2017’s Turner Prize, The Ferens Art Gallery is the region’s leading visual art space. A new contemporary art space, Humber Street Gallery, opened its doors in 2017 to critical acclaim. Hull Truck Theatre presents new productions and touring work from around the country, and Hull New Theatre has recently undergone a massive transformation, promising more world-class performances in 2018 and beyond.
Sightseeing
Visitor numbers will be reduced to ensure that our building remains safe and social distancing guidelines can be adhered to. All tickets will need to be booked online (including Day Plus Pass holders).
The Deep is an outstanding, award-winning, day out for all ages.
This internationally recognised landmark sits proudly at the point where the River Hull joins the River Humber. But it’s not just the striking architecture that has tourists flocking to the attraction year on year. Across its 50 displays, The Deep is home to over 300 species and 5,000 animals, including the penguins, sharks, turtles and rays.
Your tour of The Deep starts in the Awakening Seas section, long before the arrival of people. It then continues through a Lagoon of Light, Endless Ocean, Slime, Bugs, Cool Seas, Kingdom of Ice, Deep Blue One and an Amazon Flooded Forest. Along the way, there are some key characters to keep an eye out for. There’s the nocturnal Epaulette shark, Sensa and Mabouche the rescued Loggerhead sea turtles, the VIPs (Very Important Penguins) and an enormous vegetarian relative of the piranha, the Black pacu.
In addition to the displays, The Deep hosts a fascinating programme of events, including the daily Dive Shows, Touchpool Sessions and Penguin Feeding. As well as the events, there are plenty of spaces to eat, including picnic benches, the Castaway Café and the Halfway Café. And to round off the day, why not stop by the ‘Department Store’ gift shop to buy a souvenir to continue the enjoyment at home.
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深海館
Tower StreetVisitor numbers will be reduced to ensure that our building remains safe and social distancing guidelines can be adhered to. All tickets will need to be booked online (including Day Plus Pass holders).
The Deep is an outstanding, award-winning, day out for all ages.
This internationally recognised landmark sits proudly at the point where the River Hull joins the River Humber. But it’s not just the striking architecture that has tourists flocking to the attraction year on year. Across its 50 displays, The Deep is home to over 300 species and 5,000 animals, including the penguins, sharks, turtles and rays.
Your tour of The Deep starts in the Awakening Seas section, long before the arrival of people. It then continues through a Lagoon of Light, Endless Ocean, Slime, Bugs, Cool Seas, Kingdom of Ice, Deep Blue One and an Amazon Flooded Forest. Along the way, there are some key characters to keep an eye out for. There’s the nocturnal Epaulette shark, Sensa and Mabouche the rescued Loggerhead sea turtles, the VIPs (Very Important Penguins) and an enormous vegetarian relative of the piranha, the Black pacu.
In addition to the displays, The Deep hosts a fascinating programme of events, including the daily Dive Shows, Touchpool Sessions and Penguin Feeding. As well as the events, there are plenty of spaces to eat, including picnic benches, the Castaway Café and the Halfway Café. And to round off the day, why not stop by the ‘Department Store’ gift shop to buy a souvenir to continue the enjoyment at home.
The Streetlife Museum of Transport is home to over 200 years of transport history spread across six galleries. This immersive world of bicycles, carriages, motorcars, railways and street life through the years is a visitor attraction not to be missed.
The museum showcases rare cars dating from 1987 which are part of the 1900 motor show, a 1940s street reconstruction and the original Cottingham North signal box which was moved to the site brick by brick. To top off your visit, experience the smells of a stable as you disembark from the Hull to York Mail Coach ride.
As well as the incredible displays, there are also events happening throughout the year at the museum, so keep an eye out for those.
Situated within Hull’s Museums Quarter, the Streetlife Museum of Transport neighbours both Wilberforce House and the Hull & East Riding Museum which are also free to enter.
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街頭博物館
High StreetThe Streetlife Museum of Transport is home to over 200 years of transport history spread across six galleries. This immersive world of bicycles, carriages, motorcars, railways and street life through the years is a visitor attraction not to be missed.
The museum showcases rare cars dating from 1987 which are part of the 1900 motor show, a 1940s street reconstruction and the original Cottingham North signal box which was moved to the site brick by brick. To top off your visit, experience the smells of a stable as you disembark from the Hull to York Mail Coach ride.
As well as the incredible displays, there are also events happening throughout the year at the museum, so keep an eye out for those.
Situated within Hull’s Museums Quarter, the Streetlife Museum of Transport neighbours both Wilberforce House and the Hull & East Riding Museum which are also free to enter.
Being home to works by artists such as Frans Hals and David Hockney, undergone a multi-million-pound refit in 2016 and having hosted the Turner Prize in 2017, there is no wonder why the Ferens Art Gallery is regarded as one of the most important regional galleries in England.
With 12 galleries plus the Centre Court, there is a diverse range of art on display. Drawn from the nationally significant permanent collection which spans the medieval period to the present day, this magnificent collection has something for everyone to connect with.
Amongst many other themes, you could explore the Renaissance and Baroque gallery, featuring beautiful pieces by masters such as Lorenzetti. Opt for the Eighteenth Century where you’ll see work by the likes of Guardi and Canaletto. Or discover the paintings, sculpture and photography by modern and contemporary artists including Kossoff and Wearing.
If you’re visiting the gallery with little ones, then don’t miss the award-winning ‘Explore Art’ gallery on the Ground Floor. Play and create in this space packed with hands-on activities to help young children investigate works of art, exploring line, shape, texture and colour.
The gallery’s permanent collections are also joined by a programme of temporary exhibitions which are hosted in galleries 4, 7 and 8, so make sure to find out what’s on display during your visit. But that’s still not everything. Ferens Art Gallery also provides a whole range of engagement events for visitors to enjoy.
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費倫斯藝術畫廊
Carr LaneBeing home to works by artists such as Frans Hals and David Hockney, undergone a multi-million-pound refit in 2016 and having hosted the Turner Prize in 2017, there is no wonder why the Ferens Art Gallery is regarded as one of the most important regional galleries in England.
With 12 galleries plus the Centre Court, there is a diverse range of art on display. Drawn from the nationally significant permanent collection which spans the medieval period to the present day, this magnificent collection has something for everyone to connect with.
Amongst many other themes, you could explore the Renaissance and Baroque gallery, featuring beautiful pieces by masters such as Lorenzetti. Opt for the Eighteenth Century where you’ll see work by the likes of Guardi and Canaletto. Or discover the paintings, sculpture and photography by modern and contemporary artists including Kossoff and Wearing.
If you’re visiting the gallery with little ones, then don’t miss the award-winning ‘Explore Art’ gallery on the Ground Floor. Play and create in this space packed with hands-on activities to help young children investigate works of art, exploring line, shape, texture and colour.
The gallery’s permanent collections are also joined by a programme of temporary exhibitions which are hosted in galleries 4, 7 and 8, so make sure to find out what’s on display during your visit. But that’s still not everything. Ferens Art Gallery also provides a whole range of engagement events for visitors to enjoy.
Hull has several trails which will help you see the city in a different way and discover areas you never knew existed. One of the most renowned is the Fish Trail, which is unsurprising when you consider the city’s rich fishing and maritime heritage.
This unique piece of public art sees explorers search for 41 fish across the city centre, taking in the picturesque Old Town and thriving Fruit Market. The trail starts just outside the City Hall Ticket office and finishes at the top of Whitefriargate.
Created by artist Gordon Young in 1992, the fish represented are all life-size, from a school of 36 tiny anchovies to a 10ft ray overlooking Victoria Pier. You might also spot Young's sense of humour coming through with the location of a few of the fish. In particular, the shark outside a former bank and the electric eel outside an electrical substation.
This impressive, family-friendly trail will see you take in everything from the big landmarks to peculiar back alleys you may have otherwise missed.
Seven Seas Fish Trail
79 Carr LnHull has several trails which will help you see the city in a different way and discover areas you never knew existed. One of the most renowned is the Fish Trail, which is unsurprising when you consider the city’s rich fishing and maritime heritage.
This unique piece of public art sees explorers search for 41 fish across the city centre, taking in the picturesque Old Town and thriving Fruit Market. The trail starts just outside the City Hall Ticket office and finishes at the top of Whitefriargate.
Created by artist Gordon Young in 1992, the fish represented are all life-size, from a school of 36 tiny anchovies to a 10ft ray overlooking Victoria Pier. You might also spot Young's sense of humour coming through with the location of a few of the fish. In particular, the shark outside a former bank and the electric eel outside an electrical substation.
This impressive, family-friendly trail will see you take in everything from the big landmarks to peculiar back alleys you may have otherwise missed.
The Humber Bridge, one of the world's longest single span suspension bridges is a masterpiece of British engineering and a major attraction in its own right.
Before the arrival of the railways, water transportation was the most efficient means of moving heavy or bulk freight and the Humber, situated at the heart of the waterway system associated with the Trent and the Ouse, was one of the chief highways of England. To cater for local and, as time progressed, wider needs ferries were provided across many of the creeks along both banks of the river and in 1315 a ferry between Hull and Lincolnshire was established. By 1800 the ferry had become fully integrated into the overland transport system. The ferry service between Hull and New Holland ended with the opening of the Humber Bridge
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Humber Bridge Park
The Humber Bridge, one of the world's longest single span suspension bridges is a masterpiece of British engineering and a major attraction in its own right.
Before the arrival of the railways, water transportation was the most efficient means of moving heavy or bulk freight and the Humber, situated at the heart of the waterway system associated with the Trent and the Ouse, was one of the chief highways of England. To cater for local and, as time progressed, wider needs ferries were provided across many of the creeks along both banks of the river and in 1315 a ferry between Hull and Lincolnshire was established. By 1800 the ferry had become fully integrated into the overland transport system. The ferry service between Hull and New Holland ended with the opening of the Humber Bridge
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50 Ferenswaysmall in the round independent theatre staging a variety of plays etc
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Local City Trails
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