Lancaster's fountain in Market Square was a popular and iconic structure until it was demolished in 2011. It was also a handy meeting point for friends. It's been replaced by "the plinth" which just doesn't have the same ring to it when making plans. There was always a bit of a buzz around town when some cheeky scamp had put washing up liquid in the water as well.Lancaster's fountain in Market Square was a popular and iconic structure until it was demolished in 2011. It was also a handy meeting point for friends. It's been replaced by "the plinth" which just doesn't have the same ring to it when making plans. There was always a bit of a buzz around town when some cheeky scamp had put washing up liquid in the water as well.
Lancaster's fountain in Market Square was a popular and iconic structure until it was demolished in 2011. It was also a handy meeting point for friends. It's been replaced by "the plinth" which just doesn't have the same ring to it when making plans. There was always a bit of a buzz around town when some cheeky scamp had put washing up liquid in the water as well.

10 words, phrases and sayings you’ll only understand if you’ve lived in Lancaster

What sayings have you heard – or said – that instantly make you think of Lancaster?
By Gayle Rouncivell
Published 14th Jul 2022, 14:24 BST
Updated 14th Jul 2022, 14:47 BST

After asking the question on our Facebook page, several words and phrases popped up time and time again from proud Lancastrians.

We’ve rounded up some of the best below.

The Ashton Memorial in Williamson Park - otherwise known simply as The Structure to many older generations.

9. The Structure

The Ashton Memorial in Williamson Park - otherwise known simply as The Structure to many older generations. Photo: Kelvin Stuttard

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A phrase often heard if someone is popping over the river to Morecambe. But what exactly are they travelling through?

10. Going through to Morecambe

A phrase often heard if someone is popping over the river to Morecambe. But what exactly are they travelling through? Photo: Kelvin Stuttard

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