It’s that time of year to dig out your baubles, tinsel and Christmas lights. Whether you want a giant Nordmann Fir – often the most popular – to take up half your living room, or a small and sweet-smelling Norway Spruce to sit cutely in the corner, we’ve got you covered. To fill that fir-shaped hole in your life this winter, these are the best places to buy real Christmas trees in Manchester, some of which also offer click-and-collect and other delivery options. Now just to find where we packed away the Christmas decorations from last year…
1. Christmas Trees Manchester
Located in the city centre, Christmas Trees is designed for people that love all the traditions of Christmas but don’t want the hassle and stress of having to hunt down the perfect tree. The team takes care of it all by sourcing the perfect tree for you, handpicking it on the farm, cutting it down, netting it up and delivering it straight to your door (with free delivery to households across Greater Manchester and selected areas in Lancashire and Cheshire). All you need to do is select your tree size and the delivery date.
📍Christmas Trees Manchester, 83 Ducie St, M1 2JQ.
2. Northern Flower
Calling all car-less city slickers in need of a real Christmas tree, Northern Flower has got you. The Northern Quarter florist boasts a number of Christmas trees in non-drop varieties and various sizes suitable for your city centre flat. Grab a mate and carry one of these festive firs home to decorate and enjoy having your home smelling of pine. Adding to the festive foliage, Northern Flower also offers wreath-making kits for the ultimate welcome this Christmas.
📍Northern Flower, 58 Tib St, M4 1LG.
3. Chorlton Plant Nursery
Down an alley in a quiet back-water of Chorlton, Manchester, lies Chorlton Nursery. Here you will find rows of Christmas trees in varieties such as Nordmann and Fraser Firs, plus Norway Spruce, suitable to fit in your space and with friendly staff able to advise on what suits your home best. For those in the local vicinity, Chorlton Bike Deliveries will even deliver your firry friend to your door for free, with a donation appreciated to help cover costs where possible.
📍Chorlton Plant Nursery, 18a Vicars Road, Chorlton, M21 9GY.
4. Hulme Community Garden Centre
Hulme Community Garden Centre offer a wide range of sustainably grown Christmas trees. There is plenty of parking so transporting your tree won’t be a problem and there are lots of decorations and wreaths for sale there too so you can make all of your festive home purchases in one easy trip. You can even enjoy a vegan brunch or mince pie at Cafe Sorrel within the garden centre to help fuel your Christmas tree decision-making and carrying.
📍Hulme Community Garden Centre, 28 Old Birley St, Hulme, M15 5RG.
5. Arthur Lane Nurseries
Tucked away in Ainsworth, between Bury and Bolton, is Arthur Lane Nurseries. You’ll find rows upon rows of Christmas trees ranging from mini four footers to giants at eight feet tall, that are sure to shine in whatever space you have available. As well as supplying Christmas trees you can pick up all the accessories like Christmas tree stands as well as wintery plant decorations like holly wreaths, with delivery available depending on Greater Manchester location.
📍Arthur Lane Nurseries, 1 Arthur Ln, Ainsworth, Bolton, BL2 5PW.
6. Park Farm Shop and Tearooms
For those located in the Bury and Ramsbottom areas of Greater Manchester look no further than Park Farm and bag yourself one of their Christmas trees. Located in Walmersley and not far off the M66, there’s no need to weave around country roads with a fir tree in the back. Why not make an afternoon of it by enjoying a cuppa and slice of cake in the farm shop’s tearoom too? Plus, you can even sort out your festive feast with a Christmas dinner box.
📍Park Farm Shop and Tearooms, Walmersley, Bury, BL9 5NP.
7. Heaton Park Garden Centre
Heaton Park has become a Christmas-clad winter wonderland with its brand new light trail and its very own Christmas markets taking place within the grounds. Adding to the festive fun is the garden centre at the Manchester park with its luscious line-up of Christmas trees. The fir-filled garden centre also boasts a hidden gem of a cafe as well as a Christmas experience where children can meet Father Christmas. Plus, you can spruce your home up with a spruce or holly wreath from Heaton Park too.
📍Heaton Park, St Margarets’ Road Entrance, Off Bury Old Rd, Prestwich, M25 2GT.
8. Daisy Nook Garden Centre
At Daisy Nook Garden Centre in Failsworth, they sell Nordmann Firs, which are meant to be the best for retaining their needles as well as being green and bushy. Come ready for with the size of your Christmas tree stand and the garden centre can trim the tree’s base to fit as well as net them for easy transportation all for free. Located close to Oldham, Droylsden and Ashton-under-Lyne, those east of the Manchester city centre can get themselves one of Daisy Nook’s Christmas trees this year.
📍Daisy Nook Garden Centre, Stannybrook Road, Daisy Nook, Failsworth, M35 9WJ.
9. Kiwi Nurseries
The name might be a tad deceiving but these wonderful nurseries packed with rows of Christmas trees this season are located in the Manchester area and not New Zealand. At Kiwi Nurseries there are hundreds of fresh Christmas trees to choose from in all shapes and sizes from 4ft to 14ft, all on display so you can see them. The nurseries in Stretford and Standish will also be open later during December and stocking festive grave pots, fresh and artificial wreaths, Christmas planters and more.
📍Kiwi Nurseries, Bradley Ln, Stretford, Sale, M32 8RH | Arbour Ln, Standish, Wigan, WN6 0YJ.
10. Woodheys Christmas Trees
Stocking possibly the widest range of Christmas trees in the Greater Manchester area, Woodheys offers Fraser Fir, premium Nordmann fir, Korean fir and Scotch pine. Ranging from £45 to £75 depending on size, these trees are fresh. The helpful and experienced staff can assist you in choosing the best tree for your space as well as net it and load it up in your vehicle. You can also recycle your tree here.
📍Woodheys Christmas Trees, 299 Washway Rd, Sale, M33 4EE.
11. Grange Farm
At Grange Farm in Lowton, just a short drive from Wigan, you won’t just find rows of Christmas trees, but instead you’ll find a forest of them! The pick your own forest, which also offers pumpkin picking in autumn, is now available to visit and will remain open throughout the festive season, until 2pm on Christmas Eve. The farm’s tearoom and restaurant, The Barn at Grange Farm, will be open too, meaning you can get a bite to eat inside, or even tuck into a full roast dinner. Trees are delivered free locally, within a five-mile radius. Anything after that is £1 a mile.
📍Grange Farm, Stone Cross Ln S, Lowton, Warrington, WA3 1JU.
12. Clayton Fold Christmas Tree Farm
A bit further afield from the Manchester, in the neighbouring county of Cheshire, Clayton Fold Farm is brimming with Christmas trees, with plenty of options to choose from. Head towards the Peaks to this Christmas tree farm filled with fabulous firs that stretch quite a way, meaning you’re bound to find the perfect tree. The farm is open to the public so you’re able to choose then the team cuts them so you know they’re fresh. Plus, you can buy pre-cut or pot grown trees as well as trees reaching an impressive 20ft, with the option to reserve then collect yours closer to Christmas.
📍Clayton Fold Farm, off Clayholes Road, Kettleshulme, High Peak, Cheshire, SK23 7EJ.
13. Kenyon Hall Farm
Known for allowing the public in to pick seasonal produce all year round, of course Kenyon Hall Farm in Warrington is all geared up for Christmas tree season. The indoor forest of real, fresh-cut Christmas trees is now open every day for you to wander through the gorgeously-scented foliage, getting into the festive spirit as you choose your prefect tree. Choose from a variety of sizes from 5ft-9ft, and species in potted or fresh cut varieties of Nordmann Fir, Spruce or Fraser Fir – whatever suits your needs. Pop into the gorgeous cafe after you’ve hauled your lovely new tree into the car, and treat yourself to a cuppa and a cake, and maybe a mooch around the beautiful farm shop.
📍Kenyon Hall Farm, Winwick Ln, Croft, Warrington WA3 7ED.
15. Newbank Garden Centre
With over 3,000 Christmas trees to choose from between their stores, Newbank Garden Centre has something for everyone’s home this Christmas. Every Christmas tree is sustainably grown and replaced with a new one, and to top it all off, with every tree you will receive a free sapling tree to plant and grow on for future generations of Christmas trees, or a new family tradition! You can also pick up a wonderful selection of decorations to dress your new tree whilst at the centre, and with locations in Greater Manchester and beyond, you’re sure to find an outlet near you.
📍Newbank Garden Centre, 174 Southworth Rd, Newton-le-Willows WA12 0BS | Bury Rd, Radcliffe, Bury, Manchester M26 2WW | Turf Ln, Royton, Oldham OL2 6JH.
15. Dunham Massey Farm Ice Cream
It may sound strange that an ice cream shop is a prime destination for getting your Christmas tree, but hear us out. The gorgeously festive Dunham Massey Farm Ice Cream has Nordmann Firs from 4ft-8ft, and will also be getting some potted trees soon for those who prefer that home-grown look. Of course, Dunham Massey itself is incredible especially this time of year, with a deer park and magical light trail, so there’s plenty of opportunity to make a day of it, or simply drop in to the shop on a whim. The ice cream shop is also home to a festive grotto this year, which you can find out all about on the website.
📍Dunham Massey Farm Ice Cream, 34 Station Rd, Dunham Massey, Altrincham WA14 5SG.
16. Ancoats Christmas Trees
Located in the heart of Ancoats, this cosy nook right next to the wonderful Flat Baker is open Tuesday – Sunday 10am – 6pm, offering Nordmann Firs and Norwegian Spruces to suit your needs. The smaller sustainable stock means nothing goes to waste, but also makes picking your tree time-sensitive, so if you’re looking at getting yours here, be quick!
📍Ancoats Christmas Trees, 23 Radium Street, Manchester M4 6AY.