Drone images show Durham Retail Park getting busier before Christmas

Durham City Retail Park contains big retailers including; Boyes, The Food Warehouse, B&Q, Argos and Sports Direct.

Drone photography taken yesterday (Thursday, December 1) illustrates how the beginning of Advent coincides with the beginning of busy shops.

Amateur photographer Andrei Lespezeanu told The Northern Echo: “I was surprised to see a lot more traffic and movement than I would usually see during this time of the day throughout the week.

“It will be interesting to see how the retail industry will cope throughout this festive time of the year.

“Many customers may be left disappointed as stock and product availability is already starting to decline, leaving customers deeply worried and anxious.”

The roads will only get busier and busier between now and December 25 (Image: Andrei Lespezeanu)

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