Wilberforce House
📍 23-25 High St, Hull HU1 1NQ, UK
About Wilberforce House
Wilberforce House, located at 23-25 High Street in Hull's historic Museum Quarter, is the birthplace of William Wilberforce, a pivotal figure in the campaign for the abolition of slavery. This significant museum offers visitors a profound insight into his life and remarkable efforts, standing as a highly-regarded attraction within the city. With an excellent 4.5/5 star Google rating from hundreds of reviews, it’s a compelling educational experience for all.
The museum's ground floor expertly details William Wilberforce's life and his tireless campaign against the slave trade. As visitors ascend to the first floor, they encounter comprehensive and powerful exhibitions that illustrate the grim realities and history of slavery. Reviewers consistently praise the museum for its in-depth information and the moving nature of its displays, making it a must-visit for those seeking a deeper understanding of this crucial period in history. Entry to the museum is free.
Visiting Information
Wilberforce House is open Monday to Saturday from 10:00 AM to 4:30 PM, and on Sundays from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The museum is committed to accessibility, featuring wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance, and restrooms, ensuring a comfortable visit for all. Please note that entry is free of charge.
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📍 23-25 High St, Hull HU1 1NQ, UK
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Showing 5 of 440 reviews from Google Maps.Last updated 30 January 2026.
This forms part of Hull's Museum Quarter and is free to visit. The house is the birthplace of William Wilberforce and was the family home. The ground floor deals with his life and campaign for the abolition of slavery. Moving upto the first floor, the exhibition covers the grime reality of the slave trade so some parts might be unsuitable for younger children, but otherwise very educational for junior aged children and onwards. There are further local themed exhibits at an adjoining house.
The house itself is nice enough without being anything outstanding. The information on Wilberforce & the slave trade though makes a visit here a must whilst in Hull.
Good museum. The upstairs area is more comprehensive with explanations of the history of the slave trade. Good place to go and free to enter.
Incredible place where William Wilberforce lived. You can learn so much about this extraordinary figure in history who abolished slavery in England. Lots of information about him and his life, and the work he did to abolish slavery. A great historical site for people to come and see and learn too. There are many preserved documents, manuscripts, attires, and newspaper clips depicting William Wilberforces life and political career. There's lots of information on the transatlantic slave trade, and slavery throughout history too. Well worth a visit! Very informative and enriching.
Wilberforce House is one of the many amazing places to visit if you want to learn about Hull’s history and in particular the importance of William Wilberforce. It’s a free museum situated in the Museum Quarter in the Old Town and just a short walk from the Minster, the Market and Whitefriargate. The building itself is beautiful with so much information to absorb! I really like the gardens , complete with mulberry trees. At the bottom of the garden it’s possible to look out onto the walkway and the River Hull although it’s no longer possible to go out that way. Right next door is the Streetlife Museum.