With York’s Christmas Markets well underway, it can only mean one thing – the festive season is upon us.
Many of us will have already started planning for the big day, from choosing gifts for loved ones, to stocking up on tasty seasonal treats – have you bought any Baileys yet?
There is plenty to enjoy in York throughout the festive period but there are some things that make it a magical place to be.
We asked York Press readers on Facebook what their favourite things about York at Christmas time are and there were more than 100 comments.
Let’s take a look at some of the most popular suggestions.
What are the best things about York at Christmas time?
There was a lot of love for York’s Christmas Markets but what else makes the city extra special at Christmas?
Someone said: “I love when it’s cold and dark and all the twinkling lights are on and you can duck into a pub with a proper fire and warm up. No where better than yorks cobbled streets and old buildings to make you feel christmasy.”
Many also commented on the festive atmosphere - from shop Christmas displays to twinkling lights.
This person wrote: “The shops Christmas displays and the Christmas lights.”
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One resident shared: “The lights, music, hustle and bustle, hot chocolate. Make me feel all festive!”
“The Christmas lights,” a Facebook account commented.
A local also put: “Lights/ atmosphere.xx”
Others said “Betty’s Mince Pies” and “Panto” are their favourite things about York at Christmas.
This York Press reader posted: “The lighting and of course service at the Minster.”
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Another agreed: “The lights, christmas decoration and of course....the Minster!”
Meanwhile, this local replied to our Facebook post: “Got to be the coop Santa. York changes at Christmas ( for the better ), always a buzz the closer you get to the big day.”
What is your favourite thing about York at Christmas time? Let us know in the comments below.
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