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Stop what you’re doing, it’s officially Christmas. And if you don't believe me, just ask the crowds of people first in line to grab bratwurst, gluhwein and hot chocolate at the Manchester Christmas Markets this morning.
It might not be Lapland, but our city can still put on a good festive show, even from within the concrete jungle. The Manchester Markets celebrate their 25th anniversary this year and there are 225 stalls across the nine sites - more than ever before.
Our What's On team were there first thing to meet Pat Karney, who this year shunned his traditional Santa hat in favour of a Simpsons-themed festive jumper.
Read more on manchestereveningnews.co.uk