22 Reasons Why Grimsby Is So Goddamn Great

    There's more to the town than fish.

    1. To start with, it's in the name.

    2. The town was established by Vikings in the ninth century.

    3. We have a pretty historic fishing industry.

    4. So of course we have the best fish 'n' chips in the world.

    5. His and hers afternoon tea? Yes please.

    6. Nights out are pretty cheap.

    7. … but you can also sit back, relax, and enjoy a good cocktail or two.

    8. The start of the festive season is a pretty big event.

    9. And Grimsby Town Football Club take Christmas very, very seriously.

    10. You may find grannies whizzing around in the street.

    11. In fact, culture is a hot topic in Grimsby right now.

    12. Three words: Kevin from Grimsby.

    13. You could say Grimsby has the X factor.

    14. The soft sandy beach and award-winning gardens of Cleethorpes are literally down the road.

    15. There's some fabulous boutique shops and restaurants in Cleethorpes, too.

    16. The coast is just as beautiful at sunrise.

    17. Grimsby is surrounded by peaceful countryside.

    18. And you can get up close and personal with nature.

    19. Recently, Grimsby has become a hub for offshore renewable energy.

    20. Occasionally, a member of the royal family may pop up for the day.

    21. And this year, we're only the bloody national hosts of Armed Forces Day 2016.

    22. Even Elton John knows Grimsby's the best.