Cost of British Christmas Dinner Rises by 3.4 Percent as Inflation Soars

A festive Christmas table, decorated with tartan ribbons, flowers, and greenery from the garden. Victoria de la Maza

The cost of a typical Christmas turkey dinner has risen by 3.4% as rocketing inflation pushes up food prices, according to new figures.

Kantar said the average cost of a Christmas meal for four, with a frozen turkey and all the trimmings, is now £27.48.