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83 Ridiculously British Signs That Deserve To Be Framed
The UK is known for many things, from great music to questionable weather. But if there’s one thing it really shines at, it’s humor. Witty, dry, and as strong as the cuppas people love to make, it has a way of showing up pretty much everywhere, whether that’s with friends at the pub or even in a serious work meeting.
And sometimes, it appears in much more unlikely places too. Like signs. Yes, signs of all sorts. Below, we’ve rounded up some of the funniest ones people spotted across the country and decided to share with the internet. Enjoy!
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#1
These Roadside Signs In The UK Countryside
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Outside A British Pub
#4
Clever Wildlife Warning Sign Seen In The UK
Beak Hookage 4 months ago
You might run over a poor little fox if you don't. Think of the foxes.
#5
"These Doors Are Closed Whilst Our New Church Cat Gets Used To His Home". London, 2018
#6
"Through Tough, Thorough Thought, Though" - Well, That Seems Simple Enough. Spotted In Harrogate
#7
Have Any Cyclists Seen These Around?
#8
This Sign On A Car (UK)
#9
Found The Solution To The USA's Problems In A Street Of London
Did I say that out loud? 4 months ago
Anyone interested? We'll happily overlook that little misunderstanding in Boston.
#10
Seen In A London Pub
#11
British Passive Aggressiveness At Its Best
#12
"Lost Pet" Sign In Oxford, UK
#13
Whoever Put This Sign Here Knew Exactly What They Were Doing
Did I say that out loud? 4 months ago (edited)
For non-Brits unfamiliar with the term, t****r is also slang for wànkèr.
#15
Found This In My Camera Roll That I Took A While Back Whilst In Cambridge. Still Makes Me Chuckle
#16
If You Can Read This, You Are Not A Train
#17
I Found This Sign At The London Zoo
#18
Can't Blame Them Really
#19
Somewhere In The UK, A Fountain Ceased To Exist
#20
My Local Post Office Is Letting You Know Antisocial Behaviour Comes With A Cost
Did I say that out loud? 4 months ago
Do you get a refund every time the person behind the counter is like this?
#21
I Went To The Tropical Butterfly House Yesterday, And This Fella Was Mocking Me
I went last year for the first time after being paralysed and thought it was hilarious, forgot it was there, so I had to get a photo with it this year.
#22
These Warning Signs Have Changed Slightly Since Moving To Dover From Central London
#23
How Fast Do You Have To Run To Cross The Field Faster Than The Bull?
#24
Proud
kissmychakram 4 months ago
I live quite near this bridge, it certainly claims a lot of victims.
#25
A Multi-Lingual Sign Near My Local River, The River Trent. Sawley, Nottingham, UK
Fat Harry (Oi / You) 4 months ago
We've got these at the local horse welfare place in Somerset.
#26
A Sign Outside A Pub In London
#27
Crispy
#28
Best Cafe In The UK
#29
This Sign On A Vending Machine At My Work
#30
I Was Walking Through London, And I Came Across This Bench
#31
What A Find In London
#32
A Sign In Bristol, UK
#33
Someone In My Hometown Keeps Putting Up Posters Like This. Sound Advice Though
#34
Saw This In London
#35
Spotted In Liverpool, UK
Did I say that out loud? 4 months ago
For those unfamiliar, David Cameron is alleged to have fùcked a pigs head while a member of the Bullingdon Club.
#36
This Help-Wanted Sign In Scarborough, UK
#37
Finally, A Worthy Excuse For Roadworks. Which Ancient God Do You Think They Accidentally Dug Up This Time?
#38
Saw A Great Sign At The London Marathon
#39
Saw This Sign Outside A Shop Today In London
Bored Jellyfish 4 months ago
But… if the sign states that it IS false advertising, wouldn’t that make it true…?
#40
Northern Train Is Having An Existential Crisis
#41
Time Travel
UnclePanda 4 months ago (edited)
Be well aware that in about five years, I will have reserved the time machine for next Thursday evening. Come dressed as a Cossack if you want to fit in.
#42
This Sign At Ally Pally
I live locally to the area and regularly walk around and by Ally Pally, but somehow never noticed this sign! Gave me a much-needed laugh over the weekend!
#44
The Council Is Finally Telling The Truth About How Long The Roadworks Will Take
#45
I Know I Need To Lose A Bit Of Weight, But Delaying My Train Like This Is A Bit Harsh
#46
Amusing Indian Restaurant Sign (Manchester, UK)
#47
Oh, The Church In Whitby (UK) Is Done With Answering This Question
#48
Had A Little Chuckle Finding This Sign Outside. Had A Little Chuckle Finding This Sign Outside B&Q Yesterday
#49
This Chip Shop Has No Chill
#50
Signs Around The Harbour In My Hometown In Cumbria
#51
A Good Sign
#52
I Hope It's Hummus
#53
Found An Interesting Sign. Just Noticed This Sign Today In Kingston. Does Anyone Know Who Put It Up?
#54
Disappointed Man In Kingston
#55
Sign On Underground
Did I say that out loud? 4 months ago
No one is going to see that on the Underground. Too busy looking at their phone.
#56
Seen In Bath (England)
#57
What Does This Sign Mean?
Forrest Hobbs 4 months ago
The point of signs like that is to let people know that there's nothing wrong. A signpost pole which *used* to have a sign on it will be reported by kind-hearted folk wanting to get it fixed, because obviously someone or some thing has removed the important bit. I know a bit of motorway where they've permanently stopped turning on the street lights, and they've got signs up saying 'Street lighting not in use' for pretty much exactly that reason.
#59
Weirdly Specific Britishness. At A Seaside Café In Southwest England
#60
I Saw This Sign Outside A Pub In England
#61
This Sign I Saw On A Pub A Few Years Ago
I visited this pub a few years ago because my name is the pub's name. It was very much a "local pub for local people," and my joke about getting a free pint for sharing my name with the pub was met with a stern "no"!
#62
Spotted This Yesterday. Who’s Brave Enough? Be Sure To Report Back
#63
Interesting
#64
Incredible Optimism. I’ve Never Seen A Branch Of WH Smith With More Than About 5 People In It
#65
This Sign On The Co-Op At Caledonian Road
#66
It's Maths
#67
I’m Sorry, What? Seen In South Wales, UK
Did I say that out loud? 4 months ago
Haven't seen one with this design, but road signs warning of a sat-nav error are unfortunately common.
#68
Someone Put Ainsley Harriott Stickers All Over The Cycling Signs In Bournemouth
#69
Arrestable Thoughts. I Found This Poster Around Tower Bridge. How Are They Going To Enforce It?
#70
Salvation Comes With A Service Charge
#71
The Height Of Pettiness Seen In A UK Car Park Today
#72
Another Sign At The London Marathon Today
S R Godwin 4 months ago
So where is the rest of the body holding this sign....only 1 pair of hands visible...
#73
Did Anyone Attend This Today? I Saw This Poster On Market Street On Monday
#74
You Know You Live In The Posh Area Of London When
Did I say that out loud? 4 months ago
Didn't having pampas grass in your front garden mean you were swingers at some time?
#75
Mysterious Flyer In Crookes
Found this when I was out on a jog... A great premise, but I'm not particularly impressed by "In under 30 minutes". Under 30 seconds, maybe. And why schedule it so far in the future?
#76
I Wasn’t Expecting This At The Crossing This Morning
Spannidandoolar 4 months ago
When with kids under a certain age I always press the button I'm afraid. When they get big enough to see the traffic and judge speed we stop making it a rule
#77
No Running With Big Fish
Did I say that out loud? 4 months ago
Coarse angling in the UK is catch and release. When we had an influx of immigrants, particularly from Eastern Europe, there were problems with them taking fish for food. Nothing malicious about it, simply a cultural difference they didn't understand at first.
#78
Proudly Displayed In The Back Of The Restaurant, Never Seen One This Low Before
Did I say that out loud? 4 months ago
Not proudly. Displaying the hygiene rating is a legal requirement in Wales and Northern Ireland. In England and Scotland it's voluntary.
#79
I’m No Brit, But I’m Pretty Sure There’s Rubbish Right Under The Sign
#80
Why Does This Lift At Liverpool Street Need Such A Large Sign?
Loosey Goosey 4 months ago
Liverpool Street Station is in London. There are lot's of visitors in London who don't speak English so a huge visual sign is better than a written sign? I don't know if that's the reason, I'm just guessing.
#81
I Moved To The UK, And GBM Is How I Get Updated On Current Events
#82
Just Seen This Sign On The M11. What Does It Mean? Never Seen It Before
Did I say that out loud? 4 months ago
Have you never been on a motorway before? It simply means the end of a restriction such as reduced speed limit or lane closure.
#83
Thickly Settled Signs Are Fairly Common In New England In Places Where There Is Less Than 200 Ft Between Buildings
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Did I say that out loud? 4 months ago
As usual, some obvious photoshop/ai, but otherwise an enjoyable start to the day.
Did I say that out loud? 4 months ago
As usual, some obvious photoshop/ai, but otherwise an enjoyable start to the day.
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