People from far and wide travel to Winter Wonderland in London’s Hyde Park, but videos and comments have flooded social media over the astounding costs.
To physically be on site, an adult will have to pay just shy of £10. Rides will cost upwards of £5, with food and drink being on the more expensive side too, even by London standards.
Alternatives across the country have always fallen at the door of Manchester and Edinburgh, striding closer to the more traditional Christmas markets than that of Winter Wonderland.
Although you’ll find bratwurst at any market you go to, a Bailey’s hot chocolate, Nutella waffles or even just a cold pint of beer, the vibe, cost, atmosphere and experience has always been just that bit better at Manchester in years gone by.
Videos have however, gone viral of construction work surrounding the market and detracting from the Christmassy feel and perhaps explaining the extra influx of people attending the York Christmas market, where room for movement has been at a premium.
A look more locally wouldn’t go amiss though, as the Newcastle Christmas market has expanded since last year. A brand-new Alpine styled bar called “Moosenwirt” has certainly caught people’s attention, serving beers, cocktails and mulled wine. A great part of Christmas markets is the wide variety of food coming from all different types of cultures, for people to share in one space and Newcastle has certainly done this well.
Whatever city you find yourself in, there is always a guarantee of good food on offer and special Christmas pieces to help tick off family Christmas presents.
Where you go, solely depends on if you want to dedicate your day to the market, or just have a quick mooch.