World Cup hits London attractions

Thursday, 07 Aug, 2006 0

The World Cup led to a decline in visitors to many London attractions in June, new figures show.

Overall attendance levels were down by 2% in the month compared with the same period in 2005 despite good weather. Total attendances were 3.6 million based on a sample of 65 attractions.

Paid attractions were hit worst, with a decline of 7%, while free attraction visits rose by 1.4%.

VisitLondon said the World Cup had a negative impact on many attractions in the capital.

Overall attendances in the first half of the year are down by almost 2% year-on-year.

Report by Phil Davies 



 

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