Manchester park's Mr Whippy van cuts prices of ice creams after being accused of 'taking the p**s'
manchestereveningnews.co.ukIt used to be a staple of a family day out, but like many things the cost of ice creams has shot up. However, one park's Mr Whippy van in particular has sparked complaints from families who say they simply can't afford the 'shocking' prices being charged.
A price list for the van in Wythenshawe Park was shared on Facebook as a warning to other parents to 'steer clear with the kids'.
With prices starting from £3.95 for a basic 99 cone, up to £5.95 for a 'Knickerbocker Sunday' and £6.95 for a 'King Cone', hundreds of people responded, slamming the seller for the 'unbelievable' prices. Read more: Our country walk ended at a hidden beer garden with food as incredible as the views "We seen so many kids the other day crying as their mum just couldn’t afford it and didn’t have it," said one resident. "Everyone is out to make a bit of profit but this is taking the p**s." "I understand they have a fee to pay for having that spot and need to cover that, but come on that is like festival prices and not even worth it," said another.
A third added: "How are families meant to go on cheap days out with them prices. Daylight robbery!!! He should be ashamed of him/herself." One customer said there was no price list when they visited the van, which is parked up next to the children's playground, and 'had the shock of my life' when the bill came to £11.25 for two ice creams.
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