3 Best Landmarks in Kingston Upon Hull

“Burton Constable Hall has been the constable family's home for seven hundred years, surrounded by 330 acres of beautiful 'Capability Brown' landscaped parkland. Burton Constable Hall is one of the most charming country houses to survive with its historical collections. The parkland gives tourists unrivalled entry to thirty rooms packed with fine furniture, paintings, and sculptures of fading splendour. Visitors can discover the history of the beautiful house and grounds with the detective trails and parkland walks. The hall and park are owned by the Burton Constable Foundation, a registered charity. The hall provides delicious homemade cookies, and the flavours are baked on the premises. Burton Constable Hall is a nice place to visit and enjoy with your family.”

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“Hull City Hall is a civic building that showcases some of the finest rock, pop, and comedy exhibitions and conferences. The City Hall was modelled in the Baroque Revival style by Hull City architect Joseph Hirst. Hull City Hall was constructed between 1903 and 1909. The hall is home to a large central hall that hosts a diverse programme of concerts, like pop, rock and classical music, and public events. They also have beautiful architecture, vaulted ceilings, ancient portraits and several tapestries. The grand building has a total capacity of 1,200 people in the auditorium or 1,800 for standing events. The city's main tourist information office and the shop are based on the building's ground floor.”

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“Wilberforce House Museum is the birthplace of William Wilberforce, who was a prominent campaigner against the slave trad. The museum tells the story of the transatlantic slave trade and its abolition and dealing with contemporary slavery. Wilberforce House Museum was originally the Merchant's House, and now it is part of Hull's Museums Quarter incorporating the Nelson Mandela Garden. The house has become a museum that shows the lifestyle of one of Hull's most famous sons. Their galleries also display a fascinating glimpse into West African culture. Wilberforce House is known as a building listed as Grade I. The front garden of the museum features a Wilberforce statue that was restored in 2011. The house also contains the East Yorkshire regimental collection. Wilberforce House provides a tremendous family-friendly visit.”

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