'Ull - The Friendliest City In The World By Elsie Henbrun

I live abroad due to circumstances beyond my control but come 'ome to 'Ull as often as possible. I must say that I was surprised at how negatively outsiders seem to view the city. To me it is the friendliest city in the world.

There is nothing I like better than catching a bus to Town to go shopping , Newland Avenue or Orchard Park Estate to visit relatives. Just to sit there and listen to everyone talking to each other is a wonderful way of recharging ones batteries and one is more than welcome to join in the conversation.

Where else in the world does one get help with push chair, shopping bags and small children than in 'Ull? I cannot remember a bus ride without help mounting and dismounting. People thank the bus driver too - no one does that in Manchester (a great shock to me when I studied there)!

In 'Ull you are accepted on a level with everyone else, you are part of a very large family. You can be yourself. I have travelled a lot and never experienced that elsewhere. As for shopping, I save my money for shopping in Hull, there is so much choice on all price levels. What is there to complain about?

Hull is a great and friendly City. Be proud all you born and bred there and do not try to change!

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