Guided walks celebrate Grimsby's maritime history

Free guided tours are to be offered around Grimsby docks as part of the Heritage Open Days scheme.

Throughout September, people will be able to explore the architecture of the Port of Grimsby, including the landmark Dock Tower.

Landowner Associated British Ports (ABP) said it was a chance for people to learn more about the town's maritime history.

"This event allows us to share our stories from the archive and examine buildings which have shaped our maritime story," regional director Andrew Dawes said.

In addition to the tours, Garry Crossland, a local maritime author and volunteer archivist of the ABP collection, will give two talks.

He said: "The architecture of many of the principal buildings on the Port of Grimsby estate replicate those influenced by the railways. This is reflected in the many engineers' drawings that are retained within the archives.

"The most iconic building on the port is the Dock Tower, and of course there are many buildings that were commissioned by fish merchants.

"As part of the presentation, we will display some of those drawings, which will show the ingenuity and vision of the Victorian engineers."

For more information or to book, visit the ABP Humber Port Tours webpage.

Earlier this year, a three-year programme for the Kasbah area of the docks was announced.

The Kasbah has been marketed as a film location due to the large number of period buildings in the area.

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