Who was Richard Grice?

[Trainspotter]

The Guinness Book of World Records lists Richard Grice as the "world champion trainspotter from 1896-1931." Who was Richard Grice and how was it determined that he was the world champion?

[Trainspotter]

Found out that a "gricer" in British jargon refers to a fanatical and extreme type of train buff, often intent on travelling on all existing railway track. So there must be some connection there to Richard "Grice." BUT WHO WAS HE?

[thirdrail1]

Have you tried "google"? (http://www.google.com)

[jamesedwbradley]

Was Richard Grice the inspiration for the term "gricer" which is/was used by British railfans to refer to themselves?

[jamesedwbradley]

I wonder if Mr. Grice was the inspiration for the term "Gricer" which is the name British Railfans (especially the more rabid, steam- or train-chasing variety) call themselves? Seems likely!

[jamesedwbradley]

I wonder if Mr. Grice was the inspiration for the term "Gricer" which is the name British Railfans (especially the more rabid, steam- or train-chasing variety) call themselves? Seems likely!