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Christmas stress
How Brits are really feeling about the festive season
Our survey of 2,000 Brits revealed how the nation feels about Christmas this year, from what they love, to what’s causing the biggest festive headaches.
Christmas is filled with fairy lights, food and family traditions – but our latest research shows it also comes with a lot of pressure behind the scenes.
One in 10 Brits say hosting Christmas Day fills them with stress, with a further 21% admitting they’re relieved they won’t be hosting this year. From cooking and cleaning to budgeting and expectations, it seems Christmas can bring on a lot of nerves.
More than half of Brits (53%) say that spending time with family is what they enjoy most about Christmas. However, over a third admit they feel judged about how they celebrate Christmas, with relatives named as the harshest critics. Whether it’s how much you’ve spent, what you’re cooking, or how tidy the house looks, it seems many people feel under quiet scrutiny.
What the UK finds stressful about Christmas
What each city loves most about Christmas
How Brits switch off at Christmas
With so much pressure to get everything “right”, Brits are finding ways to slow down and reclaim some festive joy. Here’s how the nation is choosing to relax over Christmas:
The cost of Christmas: where Brits are cutting back
Money worries play a big role in the festive strain this year. According to our research, the average UK household will spend £945 on presents alone, but over a quarter (26.49%) say they are cutting back this Christmas due to rising costs. To reduce pressure and spend, Brits told us they’re:
Sometimes, the best way to enjoy Christmas is to stop trying to make it perfect.
