We spotted this Eddie Stobart lorry heading south down the M6 in Cheshire. We were exiting Junction 19 at Tabley for the A556.
Eddie Stobart spotting is a pastime that has taken over from trainspotting. I'm not sure when it first started, and it wasn't until I did a bit of research for this post, that I discovered there is actually a lot more to it than just spying one particular haulier's vehicles on the road.
For many people it isn't just a harmless pastime to wile away a boring motorway journey, but an obsession. If you really want to know more, do some googling and you'll soon discover probably more than you want to know.
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I must have missed something when I have been visiting the UK - I never saw one! However, that can be remedied in a couple of weeks.
ReplyDeleteEveryone needs a hobby...
Hello Gerald,
ReplyDeleteVery interesting this Eddy Strobart, never heard of that before but therefore I visit your blog, to learn thank you!
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i'm seriously thinking about googling this search string after reading this post...
ReplyDeleteI will have to 'google' this. Are they in the States?
ReplyDeleteInteresting post.
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They even have a fanclub, I understand. I find, if I'm driving a long journey by myself, that Stobart-spotting keeps me awake.
ReplyDeleteIt's much harder to spot a Norbert Dentressangle - I've only ever seen a couple of them, even though I have a friend who insists they're as ubiquitous as Eddie Stobarts.
Eddy Strobert-spotting??? Sounds pretty good to me...another reason for getting out & about. Happy ABC Wed.
ReplyDeleteWell Lord willing if I end up in the UK again I'll have to keep an eye out :0)
ReplyDeleteAll the lorries have names, don't they?
ReplyDeleteEddie Strobart spotting sounds like fun. I will come up with a norwegian version :-)
ReplyDeletedid a lot of 'eddie spotting' during my 6 years working in the north. still do anytime I'm out on a motorway
ReplyDeletejohn
First I've ever heard of Eddie Stobart. Around here we look for Tim Horton's.
ReplyDeleteInteresting post. When I'm there (hopefully) next summer, I'll do a bit of Eddie Stobart watching myself. lol
ReplyDeleteNever heard of Eddie Stobart....Tim Horton's I have and I like that...nice E.
ReplyDeleteBoth my Son's have played at 'Spotting Eddies'.. the oldest son as a collection of models as well....
ReplyDeleteNow I am interested! I will google it too!
ReplyDeleteMy E picture is now posted, too! You can check it out HERE if you have the time. Thanks!
Something else new that I have learned today.
ReplyDeleteThank you for Educating me on Eddie Stobart.
Wonderful photos also.
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Had never heard of it! Learn so much in this group! Thank you
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I haven't heard of this company before. I would think it would be a good passtime while on the road. Great E post.
ReplyDeleteI used to work in Corby, Northants, opposite an Eddie Stobbart depot, so I've spotted quite a few of their trucks in my time.
ReplyDeleteGood choice for E.
Gary
You have to have good eyes to see a motive like this
ReplyDeleteFine way to stay aware during long ride !
ReplyDeleteEddie Stobart spotting is certainly a new one for me. I did a Google search and found a Stobart Members Club web site; you even have to pay membership to join. They certainly take it seriously!
ReplyDeleteOnly when I moved up north, did I discover this obsession of others. Amusing reading the comments of others who are at a loss. I'll bet this is a unique choice today.
ReplyDeleteBeing in Australia, i know this is out of my ken, but interesting what others adopt as a hobby!
ReplyDeletewell, that is interesting...what fun!
ReplyDeleteand thanks for your visit to my blog...all the eggs have gone, sorry..too late!
Annie
A very familiar site when travelling up and down the motorways, I have read the history before and it is an interesting story how the company has grown.
ReplyDeleteinteresting "E"
ReplyDeleteOh, great - another past time to get hooked on! Sounds just like something I'd go for. Glad I'm not tempted but next time I'm in UK or the continent... Fun post & lovely scenery too.
ReplyDeleteThis is very interesting, I like the views.
ReplyDeleteI have never seen one either.
ReplyDeleteHello Gerald. I was visiting Dick's blog when I came across you and thought to pay you a visit.
Great to see you here amongst my blogger friends.
Now you got me curious, never heard of them before!
ReplyDeleteGreat post about something new to me! :o)
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Eddie sponsored a BSB racing team last year.
ReplyDeleteGreat post, yes we always point them out and the firm from Potto.
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That was very interesting. I had never heard of it before. Definetly a different past time. Great choice.
ReplyDeletei like to spot shearings coaches full of happy holidaymakers from the uk - and i always get a kick when i spot one here on the european mainland
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