grim up north

An English phrase used by residents of the South to desribe the Northern half of the country. Stems from the period of history when the north was highly industrialised

I would go to Lancashire, but you know what they say, it's grim up north.

by Brigante June 27, 2005

grim up north

A phrase you should live by, if you reside in England.

'Jesus Christ, It's grim up north'

by Ihateyouallsomuch July 8, 2005