For more than fifty years families have made a visit to the National Trust Longshaw Estate part of their Christmas traditions, bringing festive cheer to the heart of the Peak District.
Expert Ranger Mark Bull says: “We enjoy seeing generations of families, young and old, coming to us year after year and welcoming new people who’ve just discovered us.
“There’s nothing quite like the scent and look of a real Christmas tree to brighten up your home and visitors enjoy coming to Longshaw to choose their perfect tree together.
“People also appreciate that all the profits go back into our conservation work too.”
Longshaw specialises in offering premium grade trees, selected for their beauty and longevity which are sourced from UK farms, where they’re grown sustainably.
There are several varieties to choose from – including Nordmann Fir and Fraser Fir, which have a traditional ‘Christmas scent’ and retain their needles longer.
This year also sees a theme of Winter Wildlife across the estate.
Joanne Hall-Light, Property Operations Manager for Peak District National Trust says: “Our Christmas Tree Sales are hugely popular and we’re very grateful that so many people come to Longshaw to choose their tree, have fun together and support us.”
Throughout winter the Moorland Discovery Centre at Longshaw also transforms into a festive grotto, where you can find unique handmade decorations to adorn your tree and make your home sparkle.
Sales run until Sunday 21 December, between 9.30am and 3.45pm.
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Christmas trees arrive at National Trust Longshaw estate from Scotland. Pictured are rangers and volunteers as they unload the trees. Photo: Brian Eyre
