Where to buy Christmas trees in East London 2024
Gear up for the festive season with our guide to the best place to buy a Christmas tree in Tower Hamlets including tree-sellers that offer click-and-collect as well as delivery.
It’s that time of year again in Tower Hamlets when die-hard Christmas fans are already beginning to decorate their houses (have you seen the Giant Grinch on Norman Grove in Bow?) and the rest of us are planning which weekend to block out to collect our tree and get our homes ready for Christmas.
Nothing beats the unmistakable pine scent of a traditional, live Christmas tree in your room, and even the smallest flat or most chaotic shared house can fit in a plump little Norway Spruce.
If you’re lucky to have tall ceilings but narrow rooms, we recommend the slimmer, skyscraper silhouette of a Frasier Fir, America’s most popular tree.
Tower Hamlets has some rather epic options for a festive expedition to pick out the perfect Christmas tree for your space and offers many convenient street corner options too.
If you’re worried about carrying home a big tree or disposing of it, some places offer delivery and collection services.
Check out our Interactive Christmas Treemap to see all locations.
Marc from Herbert & Sons
BEST FOR: CONVENIENCE
Herbert and Sons, a familiar name on Roman Road, is a family-owned fruit and veg stall with 75 years of history. Owner Marc, son of Lesley, will once again be selling Christmas trees at Globe Town Market Square from the first weekend of December, but only on Saturdays since he reduced his days.
This is an opportunity to bag a Scottish Norwood tree ranging from 3 ft-9 ft from a proper East London stall with a real legacy. Marc also offers a free delivery service to any E2 post-code, bringing a sprinkle of Christmas to elderly and vulnerable people in the area.
Head down to Globe Town Market to say hello to Marc, grab a tree and buy some festive oranges.
Find Herbert and Sons on Market Square, Roman Rd, Bethnal Green, London E2 0RN
Hackney Wickmas Trees
BEST FOR: MAKING AN EVENING OF IT
Hackney Wickmas Trees at Hackney Bridge has a selection of Nordmann Firs ranging from 4 to 12 feet tall. This variety will leave more room under the tree for presents not needles with their non-drop quality, holding onto their needles longer than most other Christmas tree varieties.
They also have softer foliage that’s gentle on little hands and paws so a good choice for families with children and pets.
The covered Hackney Bridge hub offers food vendors, a bar, independent shops and a Thursday night market, so it’s a great option if you want to make an evening of it. Pre-orders are available now to collect from 23rd November.
For more information visit Wickmas.myshopify.com. Units 1-28, Echo Building, E Bay Ln, London E15 2SJ
Pines and Needles
BEST FOR: THE FULL SERVICE
Pines and Needles provides a stress-free Christmas tree experience with delivery, decoration and removal services. They offer a click-and-collect option allowing you to order a tree complete with a water-holding tree stand and warm white LED lights, and arrange a collection time of your choice.
Choose from Nordmann Firs and Norway Spruces trees ranging from 3ft to 12ft tall and artificial trees are also available for those wanting less decoration maintenance. Christmas greenery, garlands and decorations sets designed to fit the size of your particular tree are also available.
Pines and Needles supports various charities including the HDLF Teacher Scholarships and The Earth Restoration Service who are raising money to set up tree nurseries in local schools.
Locations at Victoria Park and Shoreditch open November 20.
For more information visit Pinesandneedles.com Victoria Park, Royal East Gate, Grove Road, E9 7HJ. St Leonard C Of E Church, Shoreditch High St, London E1 6JN.
Stepney City Farm
BEST FOR: SUSTAINABILITY AND GIVING BACK
Stepney City Farm is yet again partnering with Ambition, Aspire, Achieve bringing you Christmas trees from sustainable plantations. Ambition, Aspire, and Achieve’s social enterprise ‘Community Christmas Trees’ aims to support disadvantaged, vulnerable and at-risk children.
The trees are only available via pre-order from November 20, with delivery options to pick up at Stepney City Farm or home delivery. Norway Spruces and Nordman Firs up to 14 feet are available with a tree stand and floor mat included in your purchase.
£5 from each sale directly supports Stepney City Farm, one of our borough’s precious city farms. Stepney City Farm also has charity Christmas cards available and a Christmas Market on December 7 with 25 stalls of crafts, festive treats and free kids activities.
For more information visit Stepneycityfarm.org Stepney Way, Stepney Green, London E1 3DG
Wick Wonderland at Barge East
BEST FOR: A FESTIVE WEEKEND OUTING
Barge East is known for menus featuring handpicked and homegrown ingredients, but during the Christmas season, you can also stop by to pick up a tree. Barge East will be selling trees every day at their riverside location starting November 23. You can pre-order your tree online to avoid a wasted trip.
They only have Nordman Fir available, sourced from farms in Scotland and Denmark with a variety of sizes from 3ft to 8ft, starting at £45.
During the three weekends in December before Christmas, Barge East will be holding its Wick Wonderland market where local traders and artists will be selling gifts and goodies, so you can do a spot of Christmas shopping too.
For more information visit Bargeeast.com River Lee, Sweetwater Mooring, White Post Ln, London E9 5EN
Yurt Cafe
BEST FOR: COMMUNITY & LOCAL
The Yurt Cafe’s community garden, a firm favourite for those in the know, will be transformed into a sparkly festive space for the holiday season, with the sounds of community choirs throughout the day. The cafe will hold a festive market in its outdoor area on December 1, from 10 am to 4 pm, for one day only.
The market will feature live music, along with a variety of food and seasonal drinks to enjoy. Adding to the festive atmosphere, independent sellers curated by the local collective, Urban Makers from Roman Road will offer a range of handcrafted gifts.
Norway Spruce and Nordman Fir trees will be available for purchase at the market and on weekends from 10 am to 4 pm, starting November 23 until December 15. This is an opportunity to buy your Christmas tree and some gifts in one trip while escaping the hustle and bustle of the high street and festive tourists.
For more information visit Rfsk.org.uk St. Katharine’s Precinct, 2 Butcher Row, London E14 8DS
Columbia Road Market
BEST FOR: SENSORY OVERLOAD
A trip to Columbia Road Market has become a staple day out for anyone visiting East London. This Christmas, make the most out of the late-night shopping sessions every Wednesday from 5 pm to 9 pm till December 25.
Trees, wreaths and garlands will be stocked in different styles at this perma-fashionable market location. With the local stores selling everything from handpainted ceramics to vintage homeware and trinkets, nothing about your festive picks will be generic this year.
While it varies year to year depending on what’s been delivered, Columbia Road will have the widest choice of Christmas tree varieties, from small-potted Spruce to towering Frasier Firs. Columbia Road is still the place to make your Christmas one of a kind.
Find the market at Columbia Rd, London E2 7RG
Don’t forget our local high street shops
BEST FOR: QUICK & CONVENIENT
With the holiday rush approaching, local supermarkets offer a convenient and affordable selection of Christmas decorations, including smaller potted options to brighten up your garden or windowsill.
Starting from the first week of December, local florists Denningtons will have potted trees, festive door wreaths, and ornaments available. Just a bit further down Roman Road, Plant Lovers will also provide a variety of potted Christmas trees, including tiny ones perfect for a small windowsill.
Keep your eyes peeled on organic grocers Whole Fresh, and Simply Fresh and check our interactive map to see even more locations.
Still need to book your Christmas Day Dinner? Check out our Feast in the East Christmas Dining guide for Tower Hamlets.
