Manchester’s Christmas Markets are one of the highlights of the city’s calendar, there’s no denying it.
Thousands of tourists and locals flock to the city centre every year to pick up a present, taste a Bratwurst, and indulge in some mulled wine. As the Markets envelop Market Street, St Ann’s Square, King Street, Exchange Square, New Cathedral Street, Piccadilly Gardens, and Cathedral Square, they become impossible to miss.
To some residents, however, it's signal to steer clear of town. As the city centre becomes more crowded, they prefer to stick to the city’s quieter shopping spots.
