Hull City Centre - Word on the street
19 March 2008
I live in the most central flat in town…
One of the world's longest bridges, the biggest submarine, over 700 years of history all free to see in the free museums.
I wont continue so you can find the rest out for yourself, although you might need the 'ull language book coz if you wanna find Whitefri'gate an Ezzle road, a map wont help you! Only kidding just ask us we wont bite you!
C. Fleming
30 July 2007
Three weeks to touchdown, then myself, the wife and kids all move to Hull to live ...
... I have only visited Hull a few times, (visiting the sister in law) but I can honestly say that I have never come across such friendly people. I am really looking forward to the move and will keep you peeps informed through this site as to how it goes.
Ted Marshall
12 July 2006
I've lived in Hull since my student days - 10 years now ...
... It's actually 2 cities in one. You have 'ull, which is the part with all the estates and the fish docks; then you have the university town of Kingston-upon-Hull, bounded by Spring Bank, Beverley Road and Inglemire Avenue.
Two minutes walk from our Victorian terrace there are delis, an organic food shop, cafes, bars with live jazz/acoustic sets on Sundays, a chocolatier, aromatherapy shop, florists, etc. And all for less than 150k!
The rail link to London now take less than 3 hours direct and you have Humberside and Leeds Bradford airports, both within easy driving distance.
12 July 2006
Hull's brilliant, I've lived here for 12 years and it just keeps getting better ...
... Where else could you wake up on a Saturday morning, walk across the Victorian park to Kids Club (for dads), then take your young son swimming to the sound of the beach boys, and on the way back grab a strong Turkish coffee and papers; all within 5 minutes of your front door!
And when you need a change, catch a flight to Barcelona or Paris from one of the local airports, it's like taking the bus - and how can you afford to do this? With living costs one of the lowest in the UK that's more spare cash to enjoy life.
07 June 2006
I'm soon moving to Hull and I am looking forward to it greatly ...
... All the negativity that surrounds it is difficult to avoid but, as many posters have said, the people who say "oh no, not Hull" have very rarely visited.
I'm looking forward to it, and it seems like a place with a heart and an identity. The future looks good for Hull.
02 May 2006
I have lived in Hull all my life, apart from when I've traveled, but I always come back to Hull...
I think Hull is a thriving city with so much to offer. With the new St Stephens Square being built we can expect Hull to be one of the top ten cities.
07 November 2005
I have lived in Manchester for 25 years but still think of Hull as home...
It's a great city in a wonderful position surrounded by some of the prettiest villages and countryside in the country. Forget the knockers, they just don't get it.
03 November 2005
Hull is a fantastic city...
OK, so it doesn't offer as large a range of shops, theatres and restaurants etc as some other cities, but with all the development work going on, it will do before long.
The most important thing about Hull is the people; everyone is so friendly and welcoming, service in shops is spot on and everything is conveniently located. I had to move to London for a work just over a year ago and I miss Hull like crazy!!
23 August 2005
I moved up to Hull in January...
Shops are good as are the resturants and night life (even though I'm 54) but most important are the lovely people and how they have accepted me. The people of Hull are so friendly and welcoming.
10 August 2005
Hull, or 'Ull as it is more commonly known in this region, is probably the most underrated city in Britain...
There are some great shops, some gorgeous restaurants, a quickly emerging football team and the nightlife is absolutely quality.
08 November 2004
I am originally from Hull, but moved to London 2 years ago to live with my friends...
Whenever people ask me where I'm from, I proudly tell them. I am however constantly frustrated when I receive a negative reaction on what they think of Hull, and needless to say, most of them have never actually been.
I love Hull, and everything about it. The people are so genuine and friendly, the night life is great, and like its football team, the city is constantly getting improving!
There are many days when I'm standing up on a packed tube, and paying far too much to live in a flat which I know would be a heck of a lot cheaper in Hull, and wonder why I actually moved out!
Hull is a wonderful place, and I plan to move back there in the future, I can't imagine my kids saying "Mum" in any other accent than my own!
22 September 2004
I have lived in Hull all of my life, 52 years...
...and in that time have seen it become a thriving city full of very friendly people. The Humber Bridge, The Deep, museums which are free, shopping on water and the marina are just a few of the attractions.
Come here now because in a few years property vaues will soar. Hull is the place to be now, this city has come of age. I am very proud to be living here.
23 March 2004
I've lived in all the eastern port cities: Newcastle, Sunderland, Hull and Middlesbrough...
...Hull is the only one where I've actually felt both welcome and unthreatened. The city is a jewel, subtle and delightfully unpretentious. The standard of living is excellent and there is a culture of tolerance and acceptance which lends the city to eccentrics such as myself!
20 January 2004
I've lived in London, I've also lived in Australia, and guess what?..
I always come back to Hull! It has so much to offer: affordable housing (although this is changing rapidly - get in quick), a great social scene with appeal to everyone, excellent places to visit, more and more shops/pubs/clubs opening all the time... The best of all being the people of Hull: funny, unpretentious, down to earth...and not forgetting the accent of course. Hull is a truly unique city...come and visit, you'll never leave!
Worst city?! I don't think so! Worst council? Well yes...but don't let that be a reflection of Hull or the people who reside here. I've never liked politicians anyway! :)
14 October 2003
I am a Hull girl and proud of it...
I am currently working abroad on a work permit but love going back to my hometown. I can see the massive changes over the years. The Deep is so cool it is a must-see and the nightlife and art scene is great. For me, it is the centre of the universe!
08 September 2003
I moved up here almost a year ago and have had my eyes opened...
It has far more to offer than the Midlands! Shopping is great, quiet beaches, loads of places to visit and standard of jobs much better too!
23 June 2003
We moved to Hull some 6 months ago and can honestly say its the best thing we have ever done!..
The people here are among the friendliest we have ever come across and the city is amazing!
And having just read that Hull was voted one of the worst places in England to live...we have just one thing to say...RUBBISH!
18 June 2003
I was amazed to discover that Hull had been voted one of the worst places to live in England...
I have lived in the city for 10 years and it has improved so much in this time. It is an up and coming city. There is The Deep which has been praised in the national press for its architecture as well as being one of the best new attractions in England. There are loads of museums as well as loads of shops, your usual high street stores and little one-off type of shops.
The night life in the city is brilliant, there is something for everyone. The local music scene is fantastic, loads of local bands with a lot of talent. You mark my word this city will be well and truly on the map in the next 10 years or so. I admit Hull has its bad points but hasn't every city?
It is so out of the way it sometimes feels like you are living in an enormous village and that is part of its charm! I would recommend anyone to live here and I know many people like myself who have to come to live in the city and have grown to think of it as home. I wouldn't leave for anything!
12 June 2003
It has a direct rail link to London, the city is being constantly improved...
...which is more than I can say for other cities I have lived in. The traffic is comparatively good for a city of its size.
Forget the stereo typical 'fishing port' which we left behind some 10 years ago when people realised that the city needed a new direction.
Just visit Hull with an open mind and I guarantee you will not be disappointed.
29 April 2003
This city is a sleeping GIANT!
Gets a lot of uncalled-for slander of the press. Great places to visit and only 60 miles away from Leeds. What more can you ask for? If your thinking of moving here, go for it!
Word on the Street: Kingston upon Hull
27 June 2001
I have lived in Hull for most of my life...
...and we have an excellent standard of living, fantastic local amenities and shopping, beautiful places to visit within a stone's throw of where we live, ie. Humber Bridge Country Park, Beverley and York, brilliant museums in Hull. I could go on and on!
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