A replacement was erected not long after. But, as this picture shows, the letter-posting slot has remained blocked off, meaning it cannot yet be used by the public.
We can't imagine for a minute that an official unveiling ceremony is awaited. So this remains a bit of a Brigg mystery.
With far fewer letters being posted these days because of the spread of email, social media messaging and document sharing like Dropbox, folk in this part of Brigg will be pleased that the company concerned has installed a new box.
But why the wait?
It will be something of a red letter day when they finally open the box.
