Tired of waiting for the council to fix a dangerous pothole, British carpenter James Coxall took matters into his own hands—with a hilarious twist.
Armed with old jeans, wooden planks, and a sense of humor, he crafted a pair of fake legs and staged them sticking out of the pothole, making it look like someone had fallen in.
Within four days, the once-ignored pothole was mysteriously repaired.
What started as a lighthearted joke turned into a powerful reminder of how creativity and community spirit can drive real change.
Coxall’s story has since captured hearts across the UK and beyond, proving that sometimes, laughter really is the best tool for action.
Dive into this uplifting tale of one man’s playful protest that brought a village together and sparked overdue repairs—with a legacy that lives on in smiles and shared stories.
Read the full story and get inspired by the joy of grassroots action.
