A Name That Drew Attention
In Conisbrough, South Yorkshire, a small residential street became famous for its unusual name: Butt Hole Road. While the origin of the name is uncertain, local residents believe it referred to a communal water butt. However, in American English, the phrase has a crude meaning, leading to international attention.
Tourists and Pranks
The street sign quickly became a photo hotspot, with tourists—particularly from the U.S.—posing in front of it, sometimes in suggestive ways. Tour buses even made stops there. The sign was repeatedly stolen, adding to the street’s notoriety. Meanwhile, local businesses, including delivery and taxi services, often refused to recognize the address, believing it to be a joke.
The Residents Take Action
name, they had to privately raise £300 for a new sign. The name was officially changed to Archers Way on April 22, 2009, in honor of the nearby Conisbrough Castle.
A Legacy of Laughter
The name change drew global media coverage, but some still wanted the old name back. In contrast, residents of Butthole Lane in Leicestershire refused to change their street name, embracing its quirky appeal.
In South Yorkshire, a small street gained fame for its name: Butt Hole Road. Tourists took photos, businesses refused deliveries, and residents faced pranks. Tired of the attention, they raised funds to change the name—but by then, the street sign had already made history.🧵👇 pic.twitter.com/0H9KSQ1niw
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