Preston has been named as the Man Cave capital of the North West based on a fondness for searching the phrase online.
Analysis by Mobile Annexe has revealed that the most searches for man caves online in the North West was by people in Preston.
A man cave, which has seen a rise in popularity over the past few years, is a room or part of a home used to relax, pursue hobbies, or work out.
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Last year people in the UK searched for man caves (and 652 related key words), an average of 85,000 times a month.
Take the population into account, thatâs an average of 840 searches per 100 thousand residents a month â the highest in the North West.
When compared to the rest of the UK, Preston came in fifth place.
Gary Clayden-Smith, from Mobile Annexe, said: âWith a rise in homeworking following lockdown and Covid, itâs understandable that people want a dedicated place to escape work.
âA man cave can be the ultimate place to do this, a place to escape and connect with your inner child â whether thatâs through gaming, creating, or even just playing.
âIâm not surprised at all that interest remains high as, after all, who doesnât like a bit of me time.â
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