A new poll of over 2,000 Brits has unveiled the top 20 best-loved biscuits in the nation, but which treat has taken the number one spot?
Data insights company Prospectus Global posed one of the most hotly-debated questions of all time to the British public this month and it’s now been revealed that Chocolate Digestives have taken the crown as the nation’s favourite biscuit.
Some 2,000 Brits responded to the survey and 69% declared the McVitie’s classic as their best-loved biccie.
Shortbread came in second, with Chocolate Fingers, Jaffa Cakes and Chocolate Hobnobs making up the rest of the top five list, and a further 15 other fan-favourites – including Jammie Dodgers, Bourbons, Crunch Creams, Oreos and Maryland Cookies – also made up the top 20.
Statistics from the poll also suggested that the older generation are most partial to a Ginger Nut – loved by 60% of the over-60s – but only 31% of the 16-29 age group, and youngsters are far keener on US import, the Oreo, with 63% picking it as a favourite, compared to just 15% of the over-60s.
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Top 20 Best-Loved Biscuits in Britain
Chocolate Digestive
Shortbread
Chocolate Finger
Jaffa Cake
Chocolate Hobnob
Custard Cream
Jammie Dodger
Maryland Cookie
Bourbon
Crunch Cream
Plain digestive
Viennese Whirl
Rich Tea
Ginger Nut
Hob Nob
Oreo
Malted Milk
Nice
Fig Roll
Garibaldi
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When it comes to the drink of choice to accompany the biscuit, the survey revealed that a third of us would like a cup of tea (33%), while 22% pick coffee, and the younger generation are continuing to keep the tradition of dunking alive, with 23% of 16-29-year-old’s saying they dunk, compared to just 11% of over-60s.
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Ellie Glason – Director at Perspectus Global – said: “We were surprised to see just how much the nation still loves a biscuit – and especially the people of Norwich who get through a staggering 650 a year. It’s also interesting to see from the research that American imports such as the Oreo and Maryland Cookie have found their way into the top 20, even beating the Garibaldi and fig roll.
“Yet the British public clearly still hold the chocolate digestive close to their hearts, with the biscuit emerging as the clear winner of the poll.”
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Data reveals Manchester hotel prices have ALREADY surged by 462% on rumoured Oasis tour dates
Emily Sergeant
Manchester hotel prices have apparently already surged by 462% on rumoured Oasis tour dates, some new data has revealed.
Of course, absolutely nothing is set in stone yet and we are still yet to receive any form of announcement.
But with rumours having been swirling for months now that Oasis will be touring again in 2027, and several videos shared on the band’s social media platforms this week also hinting at that, it’s been revealed that searches for ‘when are Oasis tickets going on sale?’ have soared by 5,000% in the last seven days alone.
After recent data has pointed towards soaring searches for tickets, the experts at SeatPick decided to analyse the average cost of accommodation in Manchester on the suspected concert nights in June 2027 to uncover if prices have surged along with the searches.
Data reveals that Manchester hotel prices have already surged by 462% on rumoured Oasis tour dates / Credit: The Manc Group | Simon Emmett (Press Picture)
And lo and behold, it appears that they have.
The ticketing platform has revealed that hotel prices have surged by up to 462% during Oasis’ rumoured concert nights in Manchester.
The rumoured weekend date of 19 and 20 June has experienced the most noticeable price surge – with a two-star hotel costing an average of £216 for just one overnight stay.
The data also reveals that the rumoured finale on the 27 June has just a £95 difference between two-star hotels (£200) and five-star hotels (£295).
“Our analysis uncovered an enormous markup for local accommodation on nights that Oasis is rumoured to perform in Manchester,” explained Gilad Zilberman, who is the CEO at ticket platform SeatPick.
“Being aware of these accommodation costs and additional expenses can help fans plan and avoid being caught off guard by inflated prices on concert nights.
“To find the best deals on hotels, concertgoers should scan budget chains in the city or look slightly outside of the centre in hotspots served by local bus routes or regional trains, such as Salford and Trafford.
“Booking early might also be beneficial for fans dedicated to seeing the band perform.
“You can opt for free cancellation options, in case rumoured dates change, or you’re no longer able to attend.”
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Aldi confirms ‘special’ 62-hour closure of all its 1,000+ stores across UK
Emily Sergeant
Aldi has announced that it’ll, once again, be closing the doors of all of its stores across the UK for 62 hours this year.
Christmas is always known to be one of the busiest periods of the year for the retail industry, and Boxing Day has a reputation for being the ultimate day for shopping deals and discounts in the UK – but this year, just like it has done on several years in the past, Aldi has made the decision to close all of its stores nationwide on this bank holiday.
The supermarket retailer says it wants to thank its colleagues ‘for all their hard work’ throughout the year by giving them some extra time to spend with their families.
This means that all Aldi stores will be closed on both 25 and 26 December.
That’s not all though, as stores will also be closed on New Year’s Day, and will reopen once again on Saturday 2 January 2027.
Aldi has announced a ‘special’ 62-hour closure of all its UK stores / Credit: Aldi UK
Opening hours at different Aldi stores across the UK will vary in the lead-up to Christmas, so it’s important to check the times for your local store, but the retailer has confirmed that most branches will be operating extended hours to ‘ensure customers can stock up ahead of the big day’
In the interim period between Christmas and New Year, stores will reopen as usual on Sunday 27 through to Wednesday 30 December, with reduced hours also likely on Sunday and New Year’s Eve.
Speaking on the decision to shut up shop for a full 62-hour period this festive season, Rachel Geary, who is the Communications Director at Aldi UK, said: “Christmas is a special time for our customers, but it is also one of the busiest periods of the year for our teams.
“Our colleagues work incredibly hard to ensure customers can pick up everything they need ahead of the big day.
“We never take that effort for granted. Closing our stores on Boxing Day is one way of saying thank you and giving colleagues a proper chance to rest, switch off and spend more time with the people closest to them.”
Emily Sergeant -
8th September 2020 
