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Voices of the Mercat Cross

Read the memories, frustrations, and demands of hundreds of residents standing up to protect Dunfermline’s heritage.

Civic Pride & Identity
"Dunfermline is a Royal Burgh and the cross is an integral marker of that honour. Perhaps the position of the cross should be moved as they have in Inverkeithing to an area where it will be appreciated. The position its in the High St, is surprising a vehicle hasn't damaged it "
Dunfermline resident, 45 - 54
Civic Pride & Identity
"Heart of our city which is as important as our Abbey, Palace, Abbot house and graveyard. "
Dunfermline resident, 45 - 54
Civic Pride & Identity
"It has been a meeting place for many family members. But above all the memories it is Dunfermline's pride angle joy or at least it was. "
Dunfermline resident, 55 - 64
Civic Pride & Identity
"Is the centre of the shopping area, should stand proud and not damaged. Reflects badly on the area "
Dunfermline resident, 25 - 34
Civic Pride & Identity
"It’s an identity for the city."
Dunfermline resident, 65 and over
Civic Pride & Identity
"Symbol of Dunfermline needs fixed ASAP"
Dunfermline resident, 25 - 34
Civic Pride & Identity
"Its the heart of town centre."
Dunfermline resident, 55 - 64
Civic Pride & Identity
"Community and civic pride.histoical significance "
Dunfermline resident, 45 - 54
Civic Pride & Identity
"Heart of the city"
Dunfermline resident, 55 - 64
Civic Pride & Identity
"Pride in my hometown. "
Dunfermline resident, 55 - 64
Civic Pride & Identity
"Civic pride "
Work in Dunfermline but live elsewhere, 55 - 64
Civic Pride & Identity
"Its a symbol, a meeting place "
Dunfermline resident, 65 and over
Civic Pride & Identity
"It's the heart of the town and a meeting point."
Dunfermline resident, 45 - 54
Civic Pride & Identity
"It is the heart of the city "
Dunfermline resident,
Civic Pride & Identity
"It is the centre point of the city and our city is our home, we want to see it maintained and to show pride, WE want to be proud of it, the sooner it's fixed the better!"
Dunfermline resident, 45 - 54
Civic Pride & Identity
"I think it’s the most important city sign. Being there for such a long time, hold the memories of the street and people walking there every day. It should be restored and serve another generations. It’s a symbol for the city, just like Stone of Destiny is for Scotland! "
Dunfermline resident, 35 - 44
Civic Pride & Identity
"An important symbol of Dunfermline High Street for generations "
Dunfermline resident, 25 - 34
Civic Pride & Identity
"We want to be proud of our city, I can remember it when I was a little girl. "
Dunfermline resident, 35 - 44