Fearful of messy pine needles, some people choose to play it safe with an artificial variety, but others wouldn't dream of doing without the Alpine authenticity of a real fir or spruce.
So we’ve compiled an indispensable guide detailing 10 of the best places in Derbyshire to buy a proper Christmas tree – meaning the only tasks left are to start choosing, and buying…
9. B&Q
B&Q sells real Christmas trees and has branches in Chesterfield and Buxton. It is also launching nationwide delivery for online orders of real trees for the first time. (https://www.diy.com) Photo: Ming Yeung
10. B&M
B&M is selling real trees at its branches with garden centres. Belper and Somercotes have garden centre stores. (https://www.bmstores.co.uk) Photo: Tim Richardson