Hello from Hull, 02. Hello from Hull 03. Our City

Humber Quays

We wanted to be something that not only looks stunning, but would make a real impact on the city Sir Terry Farrell

As the birthplace of global brands such as Lemsip, Bonjela and Gaviscon, we’ve brought you everything from Yorkshire Puddings and boiled sweets to renowned poets such as Andrew Marvell and .

In Hull we’ve got masterpiece, The Deep, something really special or retracing the steps and the fact that people fall of Hull MP William in love with our city as soon Wilberforce to learn as they get here speaks more about the man who volumes about the quality changed social history, of life on offer. isn’t enough to bring you here, then read on. We Over recent years the city promise that you’ll find centre has transformed something that does. well beyond recognition – shiny new buildings Click here to watch this are springing up, whilst short film to find out historic ones are being why property expert brought back to life. Our Sarah Beeny thinks rapidly developing social Hull is a great place to scene coupled with an relocate to. exciting programme of events, has tipped us And if you want to know to become one of the anything – anything at most exciting waterfront all – then visit us at locations in the UK. www.hull.co.uk or But if exploring the call us on 01482 612626 world’s oceans at Sir and we’ll be more than Terry Farrell’s iconic happy to help.

The Deep 04. Hello from Hull 05. Our City

When Andrew Pearson was offered a place at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art at just 18 years old, it was an opportunity too valuable to miss. Keen to pursue his theatrical career, Andrew left his home in the charming market town of Beverley and spent 15 years enjoying success in London, including landing a role in the popular ITV series, The Ruth Rendell Mysteries. Motivated by his desire to take control of his own career, Andrew decided to return to his East Yorkshire roots where he could maximise his talents and give something back to a place he feels so passionately about. Now working as a theatrical director and living with his partner Kaysie and son Charlie in the leafy Avenues, Andrew enjoys life back in Hull and finds its accessibility in relation to other cities particularly beneficial given that he works on productions all over the country. Being just a two and half hour train journey Moving back to Hull has been from London means that Andrew has more time great. It has helped to progress to spend with his family, so when he’s not busy on my career and given me the projects for stage, screen and radio, he’s often found opportunity to develop walking the dogs on the picturesque Beverley professionally. Westwood. Andrew Pearson, Artistic Director, Ensemble 52 06. Hello from Hull 07. Our City

Our Hull is a great place to relocate. Sarah Beeny, TV presenter, City Property Ladder, Channel 4

To find out why click here www.hull.co.uk/relocate

Holy Trinity Church Spurn Light Ship

Proud of our rich and colourful history, Hull’s city centre combines a strong maritime past with a cosmopolitan present – radiating character, confidence and personality.

A balance between Old A significant ongoing Town charm and sparkling investment programme new developments has means that on top of a attracted more and more number of major projects people to the heart of that have recently come Hull who want to take into fruition, there’s advantage of stylish city still plenty more in the living, spurring the growth pipeline… of café bars, restaurants, To find out more about hotels and shops. our changing city click here

Queen’s Gardens 8. Hello from Hull 9. Our City

With stunning views out across the Our spectacular Estuary and a beautiful marina, you couldn’t wish for a more waterfront is the inspiring place to live, work or visit. The development of As the official starting Humber Quays, Hull’s point of the famous new waterfront business Clipper Round the World and international trade Yacht Race 2009/10, the marvel of many district, has set the spotlight was well and Hull is full of precedent of our newly truly on our waterfront as energised waterfront crowds gathered to see the inspirational and has created a vibrant international fleet set sail. professional quarter places to visit. that is complemented by The Guardian stunning public realm that is enjoyed by residents and visitors alike. In fact, the area was transformed into a hive of activity as the return of Hull’s hugely popular Freedom Festival brought the waterfront to life with live music, entertainment and breathtaking light installations courtesy of French street theatre artists, Carabosse.

Carabosse

Clipper Round the World Yacht Race 2009/10 10. Hello from Hull 11. Leisure Leisure House of Fraser

Bed 14, Newland Avenue

Whether it’s picking up the latest high street fashions, browsing the boutiques or splashing out on designer labels, Hull doesn’t disappoint on the shopping front.

In the heart of Hull, Alternatively, if it’s St Stephen’s has brought something more original big name brands such as you’re after, Hull’s suburbs Zara, H&M, Jane Norman, and villages are home to La Senza and Cult and a number of independent just across the road at retailers whose boutiques House of Fraser, designer sell everything from concessions including vintage and designer St Stephens Karen Millen, All Saints, clothing to handmade … great little Diesel and Ted Baker jewellery and antique are filling the shelves. furnishings. shops, a buzzing Elsewhere in the city For an on-trend ‘boho’ centre Mamas & Papas look we love: cultural life… and Pandora have recently Crave Boutique (Hessle), opened up shop. Bohemia & Bed 14 and streets full offers (Newland Avenue), affordable fashion Beasley’s Hull city centre. of energy. including River Island, For designer chic we love: Time Out Monsoon, Warehouse, Coco Noir (Swanland), Moda in Pelle and a Dias and Dapper (Hessle), great Links of London Riley’s (Beverley). concession. 12. Hello from Hull 13. Leisure

If Britain really is to boast about its growing restaurant reputation… it needs more places like this. Jay Rayner, Restaurant Critic, The Observer on Artisan in Hessle

Boars Nest, Princes Avenue

In Hull we love good food and fresh local produce is always a favourite on our menu. Gastro pubs such as The one of the most unusual Star at Sancton and The eateries in Yorkshire. Pipe and Glass Inn at Suburban areas have South Dalton, which has also become increasingly recently been awarded a popular – in fact Princes prestigious Michelin star in Avenue, situated close to The Michelin Guide Great Dukes, Princes Avenue the University, is dubbed Britain and Ireland 2011, as Hull’s cosmopolitan offer traditional country quarter. Here you’ll find pub charm with a creative, the Boars Nest, where top contemporary twist. Other chef Simon Rogers left the top-class eateries include bright lights of London’s Winteringham Fields and Four Seasons behind to Eating Whites Restaurant in Lucianos, Hessle open this distinctive A La Beverley, which has recently Carte Edwardian restaurant. won a place in The Good Food Guide 2011. And of course the character of Hull’s Old Town wouldn’t And, as new café bars Out be the same without its and restaurants continue unique historic pubs. Armed to spring up across the with a copy of Hull’s Ale city, diners can choose Trail, you’ll find Ye Olde from trendy tapas bars or White Harte which claims its established chains such place in history books as it asThe Redhouse British was there in 1642, Sir John Brasserie, Nando’s and Hotham resolved to prevent Prezzo or if you fancy King Charles I from entering something a bit different, Hull – an act that triggered you can dine with the the English Civil War. sharks at the Two Rivers Restaurant at The Deep, Watch a video on all which has built itself the culinary delights a reputation for being Hull has to offer. 14. Hello from Hull 15. Leisure

In Hull we don’t As well as beautiful believe in all work scenery and traditional Things to Hull Truck Theatre is charm, market towns and no play and this such as Beverley in the ranked as one of the is reflected by a East Riding offer their own rapidly expanding entertainment – giving Top 10 Best Theatres locals and residents the see and do leisure offer. chance to pick up some of of 2008. From the vibrant city the fresh local produce or centre to beautiful back a winner during a day The Daily Telegraph countryside and stunning out at the races. And when coastline just 20 minutes Ladies Day comes to town down the road, our list hats and handbags are at of things to see and do is the ready. endless. So, whether it’s a For more information on trip to The Deep to explore things to see and do in the world’s oceans, East Yorkshire click here Pave, Princes Avenue walking the dogs on the picturesque Beverley See also: Westwood or taking the The Deep kids to one of our free Museums Quarter award-winning museums, Hull Truck Hull has a range of leisure pursuits to suit all tastes. Home to a number of successful sporting teams Beverley Races including Hull FC, Hull KR, Hull City AFC Hull Stingrays and Hull City AFC, Hull has seen a The Deep sporting renaissance. With a thriving arts and culture scene, we’re proud of our history of nurturing and inspiring big names in the areas of poetry, theatre, film and art, from world-class poets Philip Larkin and Andrew Marvell to more contemporary figures such as Liam Mower, the young star of the successful West End musical Billy Elliot. Theatre buff or not, make sure you catch a production at the internationally renowned Hull Truck Theatre which has relocated to its multi- million pound new home adjacent to St Stephen's.

Hull Truck Theatre 16. Hello from Hull 17. Leisure

Hull is a real hidden gem in England – people who visit us are absolutely amazed at what’s here. John Redman, Managing Director, Seven Seas

Thornwick Bay

Just a 20 minute drive out of Hull’s city centre finds you surrounded by some of the UK’s most beautiful countryside and stunning heritage coastline.

Traditional market towns Whether it’s exploring the and quaint villages breathtaking Yorkshire offer annual events that Wolds, a visit to the North celebrate everything from York Moors National literature, jazz and folk, Park or time out to not to mention popular enjoy the soaring cliffs weekly markets selling of Flamborough, we fresh local produce and guarantee you will want handmade crafts. to make the most of East Yorkshire’s natural beauty. With a unique combination of city, countryside and For a closer look at what’s coast, there’s no wonder the on offer click here area has such a wide appeal.

Flamborough, South Landing Beverley Market 18. Hello from Hull 19. Business Business Hull is now poised to capitalise on the jobs and in the investment this will bring David Cameron, Prime Minister Following Siemen’s decision to invest in a wind turbine manufacturing plant and export facility, expected to create 800 jobs initially and a further 9000 from region operations and maintenance work.

In Hull we mean business and it’s fair to say that when it comes to trade and investment, our reputation can be judged on the company we keep.

Home to a diverse range With the largest ports of sectors including complex in the UK and ports and logistics, world-class initiatives such renewable energy, as World Trade Centre healthcare technologies Hull & Humber offering and professional services access to 800,000-strong to name a few, we’re global business network, harnessing our key and the ’s strengths to become a Logistics Institute, the global economic player. region’s prosperity is set Siemens to grow further. 20. Hello from Hull 21. Business

Our reputation The project partners considered a number of potential locations for can be judged this renewable energy investment - Saltend, Hull emerged as the preferred site due to a combination on the company of existing infrastructure and utilities, we keep available land and skilled workforce. Dr Malcolm Joslin, Development and Communications Manager, BP Stephen Hanson, Commercial Director, Barclays Commercial

The city’s improving economy Our investment in Hull’s regional was a factor in attracting BBC headquarters provided the designer fashion labels which opportunity for us to get closer to have never been represented the city’s community. here before. David Jennings, Head of Regional and Local Programmes, Geoff Kingston, Store Manager, House of Fraser BBC East Yorkshire & Lincolnshire

Hull was chosen for investment Green Port Hull presents a due to the fact that a well fantastic opportunity for Hull to established R&D facility is play a leading role in the UK’s already in place with highly green energy revolution. skilled individuals. Matt Jukes, Port Director, Hull & Goole, ABP Julia Loudon, R&D Global Category Group Director, Health & Personal Care, Reckitt Benckiser 22. Hello from Hull 23. Business

…and there's Hull’s regeneration is paving the way for new restaurants and café room for growth bars and there is a huge opportunity to capture the increasing demand from residents, businesses and visitors alike for quality, fresh, local food. Rosie Goodman, Owner, Fudge Café-Restaurant

Oban Hogarth, Owner, Bogoh Boutique

Being connected into Hull’s thriving I’m so proud to have my own business network has given us business – the support I got through valuable contacts to get our Young Enterprise really helped to business off the ground. As a result make my dream a reality. we are now also working on regional Amanda Hartley, Owner, Amanda’s Blue Orchid and national contracts. Phil Batty, co-founder, Force 7

We set up our first smoothie Our business is going from strength bar in Hull’s student union. Now to strength and we’ve recently we’re inspiring people to make brought a healthcare conference to healthy choices in Liverpool and Hull which attracted people from York as well. across the globe. Simon Long, co-founder, Xing Smoothies Professor Peter Dettmar, Founder and Managing Director, Technostics 24. 25. Housing Housing

A unique combination of stylish new city centre apartments, classic Georgian townhouses and country cottages means that Hull and its surrounding area offers an extensive yet affordable Hull is hot range of high quality housing to suit any taste and budget. property. And with housing prices significantly less than the Phil Spencer, National property search specialist and national average, as television presenter, Relocation, Relocation, Channel 4 demonstrated by the price of a detached property in Yorkshire & Humber at £170,000 – a more affordable sum when compared against the national average for England and Wales which is estimated at £352,699 first-time buyers can get their foot on the property ladder with the help of one of our dedicated estate agents. In fact, the historic market town of Beverley, situated just a short drive away from Hull’s city centre, is at the top of The Royal Bank of Scotland’s affordable affluent index, based on a report which searches the country for the most affluent places to live at the most reasonable prices. For more information about the choice and affordability of housing in the area click here

Bishop Burton 26. Hello from Hull 27. Housing

Returning to the UK last year following a two year spell working as a Tour Guide in South America, Jo temporarily moved in with her parents at their home in the quaint town of Hornsea located on East Yorkshire’s stunning coastline. Having previously lived in Milton Keynes before leaving the country, Jo began looking for work in Learning & Development but found that the market place was flooded with people all searching for a similar role. Spotting a role in Hull, Jo applied and when she got a call for an interview she was impressed with the progressive nature of the company and decided to give it a shot. Thanks to a great boss and lots of new friends, Jo found that she quickly settled in, so much so that when her parents decided to move to the South of England, she was keen to stay. After investigating properties in Hull’s charming Old Town she I feel completely at home was amazed at what she could get for her money in Hull, not only do I love and now enjoys living in the heart of the city, just a few my job but I have made minutes walk from work. Eager to take advantage some great friends. of the stunning views along Jo Goodman, Senior Learning & Development Consultant, Hull’s waterfront, Jo puts Wescot Credit Services her spare time to good use and is currently in training for the Milton Keynes half marathon. 28. Hello from Hull 29. Education Education

The National Student Survey (NSS) consistently ranks the University in the top ten mainstream English Universities for student satisfaction. National Student Survey (NSS)

Boasting one of the top 10 Further Education College’s in the country and one of the best universities in the country according to recent National Student Survey results, education is at the heart of the city region. For more information about education in the area click here As an integral part of the created a culture of city’s development and lifelong learning across prosperity, improvements the city – raising in the standards of educational aspirations education has meant that and generating a sense Hull and the East Riding of ambition and pride of Yorkshire boasts an within the community. impressive range of high There's a choice of quality academic courses independent schools and vocational training to in the area, including set students of any age Hymers which is the best on the pathway to career performing private school success. A combination in Yorkshire at A-level of innovative school- and14th in the country, based projects, accessible and Hull Collegiate – learning packages and ranked as an "outstanding" major investment in University of Hull, Graduation day independent school. learning facilities has 30. Hello from Hull 31. Getting Here

7 direct train Distances in miles 50 100 150 200 250 300 350 York services to London from Hull to uk city Lincoln Getting Leeds each day, in as little centres. Sheffield Middlesbrough as 2½ hours. Nottingham Manchester Liverpool here Birmingham Newcastle Norwich Carlisle London Oxford Bristol Edinburgh Cardiff Southampton Hull is perfectly positioned in the Dover Glasgow centre of the UK, just 200 miles from GLASGOW M8 Brighton London and Edinburgh, 100 miles EDINBURGH Exeter from Manchester and less than an Plymouth hour’s drive from Leeds and York. A74 A1 Aberdeen 50 100 150 200 250 300 350

The city has two Offering accessible travel CARLISLE NEWCASTLE international airports options by road, rail, air within an hour’s drive, and sea, there’s no easier M6 a thriving ferry terminal way to learn more about

LEEDS that handles over a million us than by coming to see BRADFORD AIRPORT passengers a year on for yourself. HULL & EAST RIDING some of the world’s largest DUBLIN LEEDS cruise ferries and an LIVERPOOL M62 M18 award-winning direct AIRPORT MANCHESTER train service to London. LIMERICK ROBIN A1 M6 HOOD AIRPORT

AMSTERDAM The world’s largest BIRMINGHAM M1 cruise ferries sail M5 ROTTERDAM CARDIFF daily from Hull. M4 BRISTOL LONDON M25 M5 ZEEBRUGGE

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