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Wilberforce and the Quay at Golden Hour

Start at the birthplace of the abolitionist William Wilberforce, then walk to the historic docks for the late afternoon light.

Best time: 15 JanAbout 60 min

Timeline

  1. 13:08

    Wilberforce House

    Visit Wilberforce House. It opens at 10:00 on weekdays, giving you plenty of time to explore the museum before the afternoon light shifts. Check the route if you are coming from elsewhere in the city.

  2. 13:38

    Ye Olde White Harte

    Walk six minutes to Ye Olde White Harte for a drink. This historic pub is open from 08:30, so you can settle in here before heading out.

  3. 14:38

    Queen's Gardens

    Walk nine minutes to Queen's Gardens. Built on the site of the old Queen's Dock, this spot offers a view of the historic waterfront just as the golden light begins.

  4. 15:08

    Queen's Gardens

    Stay at Queen's Gardens to watch the golden light hit the water. The sun sets toward the SW, casting a warm glow over the area.

Local tip

Wilberforce House is free to enter. Ye Olde White Harte is open until 20:00 on weekdays if you want to stay for dinner after the light fades.

Check before you go

  • Wilberforce House opens at 10:00 Mo-Sa.
  • Ye Olde White Harte opens at 08:30 Mo-Sa.

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Kingston upon Hull (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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