About Grimsby - The name Grimsby probably originated from the Grim's by, or "Grim's Village". This is based on Grim the Danish Viking, supposedly the founder of the town, with the suffix -by being the Old Norse word for village. The town itself has a population of around 87,589. It is physically linked to the adjoining town of Cleethorpes.
Shopping - More than 100 stores, including the major High Street names, can be found in Freshney Place Shopping Centre in the heart of Grimsby. A short walk away is the exclusive Abbeygate Shopping Centre, a must for those who appreciate the finer things in life..
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Things to do - With Pleasure Island Theme Park, Cleethorpes Coast Light Railway, The Jungle, Cleethorpes Discovery Centre, The Fishing Heritage Centre, Waltham Windmill, Grimsby Auditorium and Chequered Flag Karting there are many fantastic attractions!
For days out with children see: www.kidsdaysout.co.uk/
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