Grimbarians of the world – we need you!

We all know how amazing Grimsby is and why it deserves to win the Town of Culture award, but the love for the town goes much further than North East Lincolnshire.

Famous dancers, sportspeople and residents all have a reason to support this town and back the bid, but now the Council want to open it up to the world.

Many people were born in Grimsby and moved further afield over the years but still have a passion for their home town.

Maybe you miss the fish and chips, seeing the Dock Tower on the skyline or is it the people that you miss the most?

Whatever it is, GY28 want to hear from you. Wherever you live in the world, they want you to send in a short video telling them why you love Grimsby – even though you don’t live there anymore.

For example, film director Jack Spring was born in London and lives in Leeds, but there will always be a place in his heart for Grimsby.

To hear why he thinks the town is head and shoulders above all others, watch his video by visiting https://www.nelincs.gov.uk/jack-springs-into-action-to-support-gy28-and-his-adopted-home-town/

His love for the people and the football club shines through and no matter where he lives, he will always be a supporter of the town he calls home.

Does that sound like you? If so, send your video to communications@nelincs.gov.uk or send it in a message by visiting our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/NELCouncil?locale=en_GB

Sarah Smith, Creative and Heritage Programmes Manager, said: “We all know how much residents of Grimsby love this town.

“What we want to know now is why it still holds a place in the hearts of people who don’t live here anymore.

“Whether you’re in a completely different continent or just a different area of the country, we want as many people as possible to get involved.”

She added: “Grimsby is championing itself brilliantly and we want the rest of the world to show their support now. Grimbarians of the world – we need you!”