The City of Hull always has and always will have an intimate relationship with the water. Built at the confluence of the River Hull and the might Humber Estuary, Hull has always relied on the sea for its livelihood. From the Cistercian Monks of Meaux Abbey who first realised Hull's potential as a point of export for their wool to the vast present day port complex the cities fortunes have risen and fallen with the tides of the sea.Discover Hull's unique maritime heritage by following this fascinating trail that will take you into the heart of Hull's maritime story and will shine a light on the stories and personalities associated with Yorkshire's only maritime city.