Brigg is a small town in North Lincolnshire which first grew as a crossing point on the River Ancholme, taking its name from the bridge constructed to make east – west journeys easier. Brigg has a colourful history of markets and fairs and is today a thriving market town retaining a traditional, friendly atmosphere. The town is popular as a commuter settlement being well placed for access to Scunthorpe and other towns in the area. Brigg is situated between Junctions 4 and 5 of the M180 motorway which are 3 and 4 miles away respectively. The town is surrounded by beautiful open countryside.Thursdays see the towns market, which dates from a charter granted in 1235, to take over the Market Place and parts of Wrawby Street. The town is alive with bustle as people from surrounding villages buy fresh local produce from stall holders. A smaller market takes place on a Saturday and a farmers market is held approximately monthly. With the traditional street markets and around 150 specialist shops centred mainly in the pedestrian area you will find local people who place particular importance on customer care. Briggs many pubs offer a warm welcome many of which serve delicious lunchtime meals. The River Ancholme offers an enjoyable walk with its rich flora and wildlife. During the summer months, leisurely boat trips run along the river. The town has three supermarkets. Brigg has all the services and facilities you would expect from a thriving market town including doctors, dentists, pharmacists and a sports centre with a swimming pool. Education facilities range from a number of pre-school nurseries, well respected primary schools including a private preparatory school to two high schools boasting impressive OFSTED results. Brigg enjoys a busy community life with clubs and organisations catering for a wide variety of interests. These include a bowls club, operatic society, rowing club, football and hockey clubs to name but a few. The town offers a special environment for families and a quality of life which is often missing in large urban centres or unserviced rural communities.