Best issues in regards to the autumn months are the walks and luxury meals, say Brits

The best things about the autumn months are the walks, colourful foliage and comfort food, according to a poll.

While many enjoy the crisp air (26%) and nights in watching their favourite TV shows (24 %).

Cosy blankets (23%), snuggling up on the sofa (21%) and wearing winter knits and jumpers (16%) also rank among the best cosy autumn activities.

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According to the study of 2,000 adults, autumn is officially ‘cosy season’ for 30%, while 46% associate it with the winter.

The research was commissioned by Procter & Gamble, which has worked with cleaning sensation Mrs Hinch, to release a new limited-edition collection ‘‘Mrs Hinch’s Cosy Season’’.

Spokesperson, Ayca Turgay, said: “There’s a lot to love about the changing of the seasons.

“Whether it’s the change in weather, the beautiful scenery or a chance to catch your breath after a hectic summer, autumn gives us the chance to reset for the remainder of the year, and the opportunity to reset our home into a clean, tidy and cosy haven.”

The research also revealed the top activities people love to do to get cosy, including nights in at home (46%), snuggling down (39%) and getting the blankets out of storage (34%).

While 57% reckon they make fewer plans during the autumn than the summer months.

With 55%claiming one of the best things about autumn was getting to stay indoors more.

Our partners (43%) are the people we most want to spend time with, ahead of their wider family (18%).

But one in 10 love enjoying a night in to themselves.

When it comes to smells, food and beverages, the overwhelming go-to autumn drink is hot chocolate (37%), ahead of coffee (16 per cent) and mulled wine (7%).

Ayca Turgay, of Procter & Gamble, which has released Mrs Hinch’s Cosy Season collection across its Bold, Lenor, Fairy, Flash and Febreze range, added: “Most of us are spending more time indoors, so it’s important we make our homes a comfortable sanctuary.”

Best things about Autumn:

1. Autumnal walks

2. Colourful foliage

3. Comfort food

4. Crisp air

5. Nights in watching favourite TV shows

6. Cosy blankets

7. Snuggling on the sofa

8. Snuggling under a blanket

9. Winter knits/ jumpers

10. Longer nights

11. Lighting candles

12. Bonfires

13. Halloween

14. Seasonal candles

15. Scenic hikes