The North West’s No.1 Provider of 24hr Winter Gritting and Snow Clearance
When temperatures drop, frost forms, and snow starts to settle, businesses across the North West turn to CityGroup Managed Services — the region’s leading provider of 24hr Winter Gritting Services.
Operating 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, CityGroup delivers proactive and emergency gritting services to commercial and residential clients across Preston, Chorley, Lytham, Liverpool, and Manchester.
Our mission is simple: to keep your premises safe, operational, and compliant throughout the coldest months of the year.
Backed by leading accreditations — ISO45001 for health and safety and ISO14001 for environmental management — CityGroup provides a professional, environmentally responsible, and fully auditable gritting solution designed around your business.
Why Choose CityGroup for 24hr Winter Gritting Services?
CityGroup’s reputation for reliability, responsiveness, and quality makes us the trusted choice for hundreds of facilities, local authorities, retail parks, industrial estates, and commercial property managers across the North West.
We combine cutting-edge weather monitoring with local expertise, ensuring our 24hr reactive gritting services are deployed only when conditions demand — maximising safety and minimising cost.
Whether you need emergency gritting services, scheduled proactive gritting, or a complete winter maintenance package, CityGroup delivers efficiency, transparency, and complete peace of mind.
Our Winter Gritting Service Options
24hr Reactive Gritting Services
Our 24hr reactive gritting services are ideal for when the weather turns suddenly.
CityGroup’s in-house helpdesk operates around the clock, ready to dispatch teams at any hour.
We respond to:
✅ Unforeseen frost or black ice conditions.
✅ Unexpected snowfalls or freezing rain.
✅ Last-minute access or safety requirements.
With GPS-tracked vehicles and photo reports, you’ll always know when and where your gritting was completed.
24 Hour Pro-active Gritting Services
Prevention is better than cure — and that’s where our 24 Hour Pro-active Gritting Services excel.
Using real-time Met Office data, our team automatically deploys gritting crews before ice forms.
This proactive approach reduces risk, prevents accidents, and saves money by minimising disruption.
Each site receives:
✅ A tailored gritting plan based on surface type and traffic flow.
✅ Automatic activation when temperatures fall below agreed thresholds.
✅ Full documentation for compliance and audit purposes.
Emergency Gritting Services
When extreme weather hits, every minute matters.
CityGroup’s Emergency Gritting Services ensure you’re never left stranded.
Our local response teams across Preston, Chorley, Lytham, Liverpool, and Manchester operate 24/7 — ready to treat car parks, pathways, and access roads with immediate effect.
From freezing fog to overnight snowfall, our emergency response ensures your business can open safely the next morning.
Commercial Gritting Services
For commercial clients, maintaining safe access for staff, customers, and deliveries is critical.
CityGroup provides Commercial Gritting Services tailored to business environments such as:
✅ Retail and business parks
✅ Distribution centres and logistics yards
✅ Hospitals and healthcare facilities
✅ Educational campuses
✅ Office complexes and housing developments
We offer both fixed-price winter contracts and pay-per-visit options, giving you control over budgets and flexibility in unpredictable weather.
24hr Gritting Services Across the North West
24hr Gritting Services Preston
CityGroup’s 24hr Gritting Services in Preston form the core of our winter operations.
We serve commercial, retail, industrial, and residential clients throughout the city, ensuring access routes, car parks, and footpaths remain clear and safe.
Our Preston-based teams operate from local depots for faster response times and cost efficiency.
24hr Gritting Services Chorley
In Chorley, our dedicated crews provide proactive and reactive gritting services for schools, retail areas, and public sector buildings.
We understand the importance of ensuring walkways and car parks are safe — especially during peak morning and evening hours.
CityGroup’s 24hr Gritting Services Chorley include routine monitoring, automated weather-triggered deployment, and full service reports.
24hr Gritting Services Lytham
Lytham’s coastal climate can change quickly — frost and icy winds can create hazardous surfaces overnight.
Our 24hr Gritting Services in Lytham ensure business continuity for hotels, retail spaces, and residential developments.
We specialise in environmentally friendly de-icing, using calibrated spreaders and high-grade white salt to reduce surface corrosion.
24hr Gritting Services Liverpool
CityGroup provides 24hr Gritting Services Liverpool for commercial and industrial clients across Merseyside.
Our emergency gritting teams operate throughout the night, ensuring car parks, loading bays, and access routes are treated before the morning rush.
We also offer scheduled winter maintenance for large facilities, integrating snow clearance and grit bin management into one simple package.
24hr Gritting Services Manchester
As one of the busiest business hubs in the UK, Manchester demands a fast, dependable winter maintenance service.
CityGroup’s 24hr Gritting Services Manchester provide flexible solutions for property managers, logistics companies, and corporate estates.
Our weather-based dispatch system ensures gritting occurs exactly when needed — not too early, not too late — maximising safety and efficiency.
Our Technology and Reporting
CityGroup uses advanced systems to ensure quality and transparency across every service.
Key features include:
✅Met Office-linked weather monitoring: ensuring data-driven gritting activation.
✅GPS-tracked gritting vehicles: for proof of attendance and compliance.
✅Photo and time-stamped reporting: sent within two hours of service completion.
✅Live desktop management portal: view job progress, approve quotes, and access service logs instantly.
With CityGroup, clients get complete visibility and accountability for every gritting visit.
Environmentally Responsible Gritting
Under our ISO14001 accreditation, CityGroup is committed to sustainable practices throughout our 24hr Winter Gritting Services.
We use precisely calibrated spreaders to prevent overuse of salt and reduce runoff.
All materials are sourced from environmentally responsible suppliers, and our vehicles follow optimised routes to minimise emissions.
The Benefits of Partnering with CityGroup
✅ 24/7 Operational Coverage – We’re always ready, no matter the hour or the weather.
✅ Proactive Weather Activation – Automatic deployment based on live forecasts.
✅ Nationwide Reach, Local Teams – Local depots across Preston, Chorley, Lytham, Liverpool, and Manchester.
✅ Full Compliance & Accreditation – ISO45001 and ISO14001 certified.
✅ Tailored Service Models – Fixed price, pay-per-visit, or hybrid contracts.
✅ Integrated Services – Combine with our reactive maintenance or facilities management for complete winter protection.
Your Trusted 24hr Gritting Partner
With decades of experience in winter maintenance and gritting, CityGroup is more than just a contractor — we’re your winter safety partner.
Our expertise ensures your operations remain uninterrupted, your people stay safe, and your business remains compliant — whatever the weather brings.
From 24hr reactive gritting services to proactive weather-triggered maintenance, CityGroup offers the flexibility and reliability your business needs to thrive through the winter.
📞 Call CityGroup Managed Services today to discuss your winter gritting requirements or request a site survey 0800 978 8322
📧 Email us for a tailored quote — available 24/7 helpdesk@citygroupms.co.uk
CityGroup Managed Services — The North West’s No.1 provider of 24hr Winter Gritting Services.