Nestled on the eastern edge of England, Grimsby is a coastal town with a rich history and a unique charm that is often overlooked. While it may not be the most prominent destination, Grimsby offers a blend of maritime heritage, pretty landscapes and warm hospitality.
Join me as I take you on a journey to discover the hidden gems of the town we call home.
A Proud Maritime Legacy
Grimsby’s history is deeply intertwined with its maritime heritage. Once a bustling fishing port, the town played a crucial role in the United Kingdom’s fishing industry.
While the decline of the industry has altered the town’s landscape dramatically, the spirit of the sea lives on in various ways.
Take a stroll down the historic docks, and whilst you won’t see the fishing industry quite like you used to, it is still there in the infamous Grimsby Fish Market, and the iconic Alfred Enderby Smokehouse; the area is growing into a hive for creativity.
The Fishing Heritage Centre offers a glimpse into the lives of local fishermen, allowing you to immerse yourself in tales of the towns trawler history, and gain an understanding of the challenges faced by the fishing community.
Culinary Delights
Known as the “Food Capital of the UK”, Grimsby boasts a variety of food businesses, ranging from the traditional fish merchants on Grimsby Docks to the independent street food sellers and restaurants.
For the past couple of years, neighbouring town of Cleethorpes has also been host to Great Grub Fest; our first-ever food festival that exclusively showcases North East Lincolnshire-based food stalls alongside local sellers. Organised by Chelsy of The Original Emporium and Wayne of Grimsby and Clee Eats.
Natural Beauty
Beyond its maritime heritage, Grimsby also boasts some stunning natural landscapes.
The nearby Lincolnshire Wolds, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offers scenic rolling hills, picturesque villages and walking trails.
Cleethorpes beach is a popular location for catching a stunning sunrise or participating in a variety of water sports.
Nature enthusiasts can expect to find solace in the saltmarshes near The Fitties.
Returning to Grimsby, we have a variety of gorgeous parks particularly Peoples Park and Weelsby Woods that are great places to explore will all the family including small children and our furry friends.
Cultural Gems
Thanks to various ongoing schemes in conjunction with North East Lincolnshire Council and the Arts Council, there is so much going on in Grimsby’s cultural scene, with museums such as The Fishing Heritage Centre and the Time Trap Museum that take visitors on a journey through Grimsby’s past, through to Art Galleries such as Turntable Gallery and events including The Festival of the Sea and Grim Falfest.
Community Spirit
Having a strong community spirit is one of the things that Grimbarians that great pride in.
It is the people who make Grimsby great, helping each other, building each other up. We love talking about the amazing history of our town, but so many of us have big ambitions to make Grimsby a better place for everyone.
