Seven places in and near Sunderland where you can buy a real Christmas tree
Deck the halls, the festive season is upon us.
Every year, debates are rife about when is the right time to put up your decorations – and even the Covid crisis hasn’t changed that.
Some us have a trusty old fake tree we get out every year. Others will only accept a real one.
If only the genuine article will do, here are seven places nearby you can find one.
If only the genuine article will do, here are seven places nearby you can find one.
5. East Grange Farm, County Durham
Two miles from Durham City, the farm, in High Shincliffe, gets a new supply of Nordman Firr cut and delivered each week. It's open until 6pm from Monday to Saturday, and until 5pm on Sundays. Its website can be found at www.eastgrange.com/christmas-trees Photo: Pixabay
6. Wheathall Farm, Whitburn
The Whitburn farm and livery yard stocks Scotch pine and Nordmann fir trees, with prices ranging between £25 and £100. It also stocks a variety of bases, available to buy separately. There's a charge of just £5 for local deliveries. Photo: Google Street View
7. The Range, Silksworth
The Silksworth Lane homewares store offers a variety of Christmas trees, including the traditional Nordmann Fir and Norway Spruce - and isn't short of decorations to put on them. Photo: Google