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.

grim up north by Brigante July 7, 2005

grim up north 

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

'Jesus Christ, It's grim up north'

grim up north by Ihateyouallsomuch July 31, 2005