Season to be cheerful: What Brits value most at Christmas revealed…but what tops YOUR list?
- Research has revealed a list of the 25 things Brits are most grateful for this year
- It comes as 64% say they’re having to scale back on their Christmas expenses
- READ MORE: The date you should put up your Christmas tree to avoid bad luck
Festive Britons are most thankful for their partners at Christmas, a study has revealed.
But while romantic couples gaze into each other’s eyes on December 25 – their internet connection and a good night’s sleep is also not far from their minds, the research has revealed.
While one in three Brits (33%) admit the festive season will be financially challenging, with 64% having to scale back their Christmas expenses.
Research by Virgin Media O2 has revealed the 25 things people in the UK value the most – read on for the full list.
Research by Virgin Media O2 has revealed the 25 things people in the UK value the most
Britons grateful for time with their partners tops the list at 57%, with their mothers coming second at 40%.
However, being able to relax in your own bed is something 39% of us value the most.
With many struggling financially this winter, food is also high on the agenda – 39% of Brits are most grateful for a fully stocked fridge and cupboards, as well as having access to hot meals.
Access to the internet is important to us this Christmas with 38% of people valuing their time online, followed by 36% of Britons putting their smartphones at the top of the list.
One in three of Brits (36%) said they can’t imagine life without it.
Hot showers or baths are also important with 38% of us saying they value them at Christmas.
The research suggests that we value being able to watch TV (36%) over being able to put the heating on (35%).
Siblings and dads are a lot lower down the list than mums, with 33% and 31%, followed by furry friends at 30%.
Almost two thirds (64%) think this Christmas will be tougher financially than last year, yet less than half (48%) are taking fewer things for granted as a result.
One in three Brits (33%) admit that the festive season will be financially challenging, with 64% having to scale back their Christmas expenses (stock image)
While 39% admit that they think more about those who are experiencing poverty in the winter, than any other season.
Books (25%), films (24%), nature (24%) and hugs (22%) also make it into the top 25, closely followed by holidays abroad (21%).
An oven is at number 22, with 20% of us being most thankful to make our own hot meals, meanwhile 19% are grateful they have a vehicle to get around in.
Just about making it into the list are access to medication (19%) and finally a comfy sofa (17%).
Top 25 things Brits are most grateful for
1. Their partner – 57%
2. Their mum – 40%
3. Their own own bed – 39%
4. A fully stocked fridge & cupboards – 39%
5. Hot meals – 39%
6. Hot baths/showers – 38%
7. Access to the Internet – 38%
8. Their smartphone – 36%
9. Being able to watch television – 36%
10. Being able to put the heating on – 35%
11. Music – 34%
12. Their sibling – 33%
13. Their dad – 31%
14. Support from loved ones – 30%
15. Their pet – 30%
16. Their best friend – 27%
17. Books – 25%
18. Films – 24%
19. Nature – 24%
20. Hugs – 22%
21. Holidays abroad – 21%
22. An oven to cook food in – 20%
23. Their car / vehicle – 19%
24. Access to medication – 19%
25. A comfy sofa – 17%
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