Norfolk’s fleet of 55 gritters have been given new names thanks to the wit and creativity of residents. Norfolk County Council invited schoolchildren, BBC Radio Norfolk listeners, and readers of the Eastern Daily Press to submit their ideas for naming the county’s salt spreaders. Nearly 600 entries were received.
The winners ranged from tributes to Norfolk icons, such as Edith Gravel, Grant Salt, Alfie Hew-Grit, and BoudICEa, to pop culture references like Paddington Brrrrrr, Snowbi-Gone Kenobi, Lando Norice, Albert Icestien, and MalefICEnt.
Local pride was evident in names inspired by Norfolk places, including Attlebrrrrr, Norwich Gritty FC, A Fine Gritty, Banham Blizzard, and Grit Yarmouth—all ready to hit the roads when temperatures drop.
The winning names will be put on the side of the vehicles in the coming weeks.
(Source: Norfolk County Council)
