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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You can get FREE sandwiches in Manchester this weekend – but only if you have certain names
Emily Sergeant
Hungry Mancs can help themselves to free sandwiches this bank holiday weekend… but there’s a bit of a catch.
You can only get yourself a sandwich if you have one of these particular names.
We’ve been enjoying some absolutely stunning sunshine across Greater Manchester and much of the UK over the past couple of months, and nothing says sunny days more than taking a packed lunch or grabbing a meal deal and taking it to your local park or greenspace for a picnic.
This is why Pret A Manger has decided to make picnics easier for those who are lucky enough to have a certain type of name.
This late May bank holiday weekend, the popular high street coffee shop chain will be dishing out hundreds of free sandwiches across the UK – including here in Manchester – to anyone whose name happens to start with ‘Nic’.
That means people called Nick, Nicholas, Nicola, Nicole, Nico, Nicolette, and plenty of others could be in with a chance of some free feasting over these next couple of days.
You can get FREE sandwiches in Manchester this weekend / Credit: Wikimedia Commons | Supplied
Here in Manchester, it’s the chain’s Portland Street site, just off Piccadilly Gardens, that’s participating in the free giveaway this weekend, and there’ll be 50 sandwiches a day given out, so you’ll need to be quick if your name starts with ‘Nic’ and you’re feeling peckish.
The offer is only limited to Pret’s freshly-made sandwiches, and unfortunately excludes baguettes, wraps, or rye rolls… but free food is better than no food, after all.
All you’ll need to do to grab a freebie is show your ID at the tills of participating stores this Saturday (24 May) to prove your name, and you’ll get to walk out with your lunch in hand, all without having to spend a penny.
Manchester’s Portland Street Pret A Manger will be giving out 50 free sandwiches to ‘Nics’ this Saturday, and they’re on a first-come-first-served basis.
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BBC needs adventurous Mancs to take part in next series of Race Across the World
Emily Sergeant
Are you a fan of travelling? Got a bit of a competitive streak in your nature? This might just be your calling then.
The BBC is currently casting for the next series of Race Across the World.
The BAFTA-winning hit show is currently airing to thousands of viewers each week, but with the next series now in the works, producers are on the look-out for ‘intrepid duos’ of all ages who reckon they’re ready to take a step into the unknown, and embark on an epic race across land and sea – and that includes Greater Manchester residents.
With applications for the next series of the massively-popular show now open, nomadic Mancs are being encouraged to take part.
On a limited budget and away from the luxuries of modern technology and conveniences, those lucky applicants selected to take part in the next series will get the chance to experience life in some of the world’s most beautiful and remote locations.
BBC is looking for Mancs to take part in next series of Race Across the World / Credit: BBC
Navigating their way across thousands of miles, they’ll travel through spectacular scenery and dynamic cities, visit ancient wonders, learn local customs, and take part in time-honoured traditions.
But, as producers are keen to point out, “the physical journey is only half of the story”.
That’s because, as the contestants take on the challenge of travelling across the world, the greatest thing they’ll discover along the way could actually be about themselves and one another.
Putting out a UK-wide casting call on the BBC website this week, producers Studio Lambert wrote: “We are now accepting applications for the next series of Race Across the World. This experience is open to all, whether you’re a seasoned traveller or total novice.
“We want to hear what undertaking a trip like this would mean to you, and with a cash prize at stake, what lengths you would go to to win.
Applications for the massively-popular show are now open / Credit: BBC
“Maybe you’re looking to change something in your life? Or are keen to share the journey with someone special like a family member, best friend, or someone you’ve lost touch with. You may even have a very personal reason for wanting to travel at this time in your life or explore a particular part of the world.”
Fancy it then?
Applications for the third series of Race Across the World are now open for anyone over 18 years of age, with a deadline date of 6 July 2025, and you can find out more information and apply via the BBC website.
Emily Sergeant -
8th September 2020 
