Where can I get a real Christmas tree in Sheffield? 7 best places near you for Xmas tree collection and delivery

Christmas is nearing, and it seems like the country is more excited about the festive season than ever after a tough year.

To spread some extra Christmas cheer in 2020, families may be looking to go all out with their home decorations, especially since parties and work dos are off the cards due to the pandemic.

Of course, the most important decoration is the Christmas tree as it’s the centrepiece of the home.

While some opt for artificial trees, which are usually easier to put up and last forever, buying and dressing a real tree can be an exciting festive activity with a magnificent end result.

But be warned, real Christmas trees have a short lifespan and typically last for about four weeks before they start to shed their pine needles.

For this reason, The British Christmas Tree Growers Association (BCTGA) recommends buying your tree at the beginning of December if you want it to last throughout the holiday season.

This means you should start planning where to buy your tree from now, and many outlets are already selling them, with the appropriate Covid restrictions in place.

Here’s where, and when, you can buy a real Christmas tree in Sheffield.

Longshaw Estate

Longshaw, Sheffield, S11 7TZ

The rangers at Longshaw Estate have been selling Christmas trees to the Sheffield public for many years, with all funds going to local conservation and wildlife projects.

You are able to select your perfect tree from the expansive offering of sustainable, non-drop trees with cut or rooted varieties available.

The team of rangers will be on-hand to welcome visitors at the grounds of the Moorland Discovery Centre in the main Woodcroft car park at Longshaw.

Covid safety precautions are also in place this year, with a one-way system for choosing trees in place.

Trees available from 28 Nov - 24 Dec, 9:30am - 4pm, nationaltrust.org.uk/longshaw-burbage-and-the-eastern-moors.

Just Natural, Crookes

209 Crookes, Sheffield S10 1TE

A Crookes high street institution, Christmas trees are displayed outside fruit and veg shop Just Natural every year.

The UK-grown trees are always extremely popular, so it’s best to get down as soon as you can.

Available from 28 Nov, 9am - 9:30pm Mon - Sat, 9am - 5pm Sun, facebook.com/pg/JustNat.Crookes.

IKEA Sheffield

Sheffield Rd, Sheffield, S9 2YL

IKEA is always a sure bet for a fresh, genuine Christmas tree, and this year they have a fantastic offer on for Sheffield shoppers.

Trees have usually been sold from the car park at the store on Sheffield Road, Carbrook.

Those who purchase a Christmas tree for £29 will receive a £20 IKEA voucher, which will be valid until 28 February 2021.

The Swedish homeware giant is also asking shoppers to reserve a Christmas tree online in advance before buying and collecting it in-store, in an effort to keep staff and customers safe during the pandemic.

Available from 22 Nov - 24 Dec. Click and collect only until 2 Dec, then 10am - 9pm Monday to Friday, 9am - 9pm Saturdays and 11am - 5pm on Sundays, ikea.com.

The Sheffield Christmas Tree Company

Hilltop, Cow Gap Ln, Stannington, Sheffield, S6 6GW

For a fresh Christmas tree, look no further than the ever-popular Sheffield Christmas Tree Company.

In business since 2006, the site has four fields with 20,000 trees for visitors to choose from.

There are plenty of Covid precautions in place as well, with a bigger car park, wider paths, sanitsing stations and safety barriers.

Pot grown or cut trees are available, and a delivery service is offered as well.

Trees available from now until Christmas Eve, 9am - 4.30pm, thesheffieldchristmastreecompany.co.uk.

John Lewis Sheffield

John Lewis is a haven for Christmas lovers everywhere, with their expansive offering of festive decorations and artificial trees.

What many people don’t realise is that the department store sells real, premium fir trees for delivery - but be fast, as they usually sell out quickly.

Choose from Nordmann Fir, Korean Fir or Fraser Fir, with prices ranging from £75 to £125.

Pre order now for deliveries from 27 Nov, johnlewis.com.

Homebase Sheffield

401 Chesterfield Rd, Meersbrook, Sheffield, S8 0RW

You can always rely on Homebase to provide all things Christmassy, and it is selling real fir trees this year.

As well as its range of artificial fibre optic trees, customers can get their hands on the range of Nordmann Fir, Norway Spruce and Blue Spruce, priced from £15 to £110.

Home delivery from 25 Nov is also available, as well as a click and collect service.

Trees available now, 8am to 8pm, Monday to Saturday and 10am to 4pm on Sundays, homebase.co.uk.

Ferndale Garden Centre

Dyche Lane, Coal Aston, Dronfield, S18 3BJ

Just outside of Sheffield at Coal Aston in Dronfield, Ferndale Garden Centre is a hub for everything Christmassy.

This year, they’re once again selling real Christmas trees, with the prime variety being the Nordmann Fir at up to 8 feet.

The trees are also specially trimmed to make sure they fit into most modern homes.

There’s the choice of ordering in-store or online.

Trees available now, 9am to 5.30pm, Mon to Sat, and 10.30am to 4.30pm Sun, ferndalegardencentre.co.uk.