'''Grimsby''' is a traditional fishing port in Lincolnshire, one of the eastern counties of England. It is situated at the mouth of the River Humber. It is physically linked to the adjoining town of Cleethorpes, with which it makes up the unitary authority of North East Lincolnshire.
It is home to Britain's largest port complex in terms of tonnage, and a large number of industries along the humber provide a lot of the town's employment.
Get in
The main route in is via the A46 (Lincoln, Newark) or from the M180, which turns into the A180 in neighbouring North Lincolnshire, and links Grimsby with main routes to Hull and the Midlands.
Humberside airport is an extremely short drive away and has scheduled flights to Aberdeen and Amsterdam, as well as charter flights to other european cities.
There are frequent train services between Cleethorpes and Manchester which call at Grimsby Town station.
A bus service links Grimsby to Hull (X1), Lincoln (3A) and Louth (51), operated by stagecoach. National Express also operates a service through Grimsby although only once or twice a day.
Get around
There is a good if sometimes infrequent bus service linking the town centre with most of north east lincolnshire. It is now run completely by stagecoach.
See
'''The National Fishing Heritage Centre''' - telephone (01472) 323345
'''The Dock Tower'''- impressive local landmark and a bit of a symbol of the town (as seen on the Young's adverts). It can be seen for miles around, but actual open days to go up the tower are held rarely (about once a year). Allegedly built from a million bricks.
'''The Town Hall''' on Victoria Street. An impressive Victorian building, tours are available and the '''Time Trap''' Museum is also housed here. Ring (01472) 324109 for details.
'''Freshney Place Shopping Centre'''
Do
'''Chequered flag karting'''
Buy
The majority of the shops in Grimsby are located in or around the Freshney Place shopping centre.
Eat
As a fishing port, Grimsby is famous for its fish and chips.
Othello Restaurant
Drink
Sleep
Stay Safe
Although Grimsby is relatively safe, there are a few areas that would best be avoided during the day and a night. Unfortunately violent crime and antisocial behavoir is very common in grimsby.
Get out