Dreading a festive fall out? A Christmas walk slashes risk of family argument by HALF
TAKING a traditional Christmas walk slashes the risk of having a family argument by half, according to new research.
Taking a Christmas walk could cut the chances of arguments by half says new research
Britons believe they are half as likely to bicker with relatives during a bracing stroll than when they are cooped up at home together, the National Trust claim.
More than two thirds of people hail the annual Christmas Day walk as the perfect way to spend quality time together, topping other traditional activities such as watching TV or preparing the turkey dinner.
Walking is a bicker-free festive activity according to 82 per cent of Britons and 43million people are expected to head out for a stroll over the festive season.
The top activities to cause family fall-outs have also been revealed by conservation charity the National Trust.
Preparing Christmas dinner is the top activity to cause friction, said 39 per cent of survey respondents.
Britons believe they are half as likely to bicker with relatives during a bracing stroll
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More than a third said tidying the house for guests also leads to bickering - while 22 per cent said deciding what to watch on TV causes arguments.
A refreshing walk provides the perfect bonding experience
To celebrate the nation's love for a festive family walk the National Trust has unveiled 'The 12 Walks of Christmas'.
For fans of the scenery in BBC One's Poldark one of the top routes is a circular walk at Botallack Mine in West Cornwall.
Other top spots include Box Hill in Surrey and Giant's Causeway in Ulster.
The National Trust has unveiled The 12 Walks of Christmas' on of which is Botallack Mine, Cornwall
Imogen Tinkler of the National Trust, said: “A refreshing walk provides the perfect bonding experience and an ideal opportunity to take in the beauty of the great outdoors at this time of year.
“We hope our 12 Walks of Christmas provides some walking inspiration, and look forward to welcoming everyone to our places and walking trails over the Christmas holidays.
“Here's to continuing to share in this festive tradition with them.”