Founded in the 12th century as a port to export wool, Hull has grown to become the UK’s City of Culture in 2017. Hull’s positioning has made it an important port for trading and fishing during the civil war. The docks are still in use today with some even being developed into the Queens Gardens and the impressive Princess Quay Shopping Centre which sits upon stilts above the harbour. Hull now provides excellent attractions such as the Streetlife Museum, The Deep, the Maritime Museum, and Hull Minister