Kingston upon Hull, City of

Kingston upon Hull, commonly called Hull, sits where the River Hull meets the Humber Estuary on England’s northeastern coast. The city developed around its port and a series of docks that shape the waterfront and road pattern. The River Hull runs through the centre and has influenced flood defences, quays and shipyards. Hull is a unitary authority in the Yorkshire and The Humber region and retains a mix of commercial, residential and industrial zones tied to maritime trade and logistics.

The Old Town preserves a medieval street plan and houses several museums and civic buildings. Wilberforce House, on High Street, marks the birthplace of William Wilberforce and contains exhibits on abolition and local history. Nearby, Hull Minster dominates the skyline with its tower; the Ferens Art Gallery and the Hull Maritime Museum focus on art and seafaring connections. Public transport converges at Paragon Interchange, which links rail services with local buses. Hull was designated UK City of Culture in 2017, a recognition reflected in heritage projects and repurposed dockland buildings.