WITH just over a month to go until the big day, suppliers are already advertising their Christmas Trees and where to buy them.

If you've not had a chance to think that far ahead just yet, or you're not sure how you'll fit a 6ft tree in your car - fear not, as we have rounded up where to get real Christmas trees (even delivered to the door) this year.

When should you put up your Christmas tree?

Advent officially begins on the fourth Sunday before Christmas, this year falling on Sunday, November 28.

However, there’s no right or wrong and if you want to put your tree up before or after Advent then so be it, we think you’re allowed to this year especially. 

How long do they last? 

With proper care, most real Christmas trees should last at least five weeks or more. That means, if you decorate for Christmas in late November, your tree should survive beyond the holiday festivities. 

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Where to get a real Christmas tree

Where can I get a real Christmas tree in Dorset? 

  • Trinity Street Christmas Trees

Dorchester - Trinity Street. Weymouth - Morrisons, Dorchester Road. Bridport - Morrisons, 8 West Bay Road. 

Supplying Christmas trees to Dorset for more than 30 years, Trinity Street Christmas Trees are truly festive legends. 

They supply Nordman Fir Christmas Trees, Noble Fir Christmas Trees, Fraser Fir Christmas Trees plus the traditional spruces, all hand selected for the perfect shape starting at £30.

When choosing your tree there are friendly staff on hand to help you pick the perfect one and they will even carry it to your car. 

If you are unable to get to one of their shops you can order online for delivery at a cost of £5.

Many trees are grown on their Dorset plantation and are wrapped in biodegradable netting.

You can buy a real tree from November 20.

  • Cranborne Christmas Tree Farm

Cranborne Christmas Tree Farm, Daggons Road, Alderholt, Fordingbridge, SP6 3DN

Selling trees since 1980 the experts at Cranborne Christmas Tree Farm first opened their plantation to the public in 2011. 

Since then visiting the farm has become a Christmas tradition for many families, picking their own tree from the field of hundreds. 

The iconic non-drop Nordmann Fir prices start at £27 for a 3ft tree and go up to £120 or a 14-15ft tree. 

Whereas the Norway Spruce is a cheaper alternative with prices starting at £19 for a 3ft tree up to £85 for a 14-15ft tree.

You can buy a real tree from Friday, November 26.

If you are visiting on a Saturday or Sunday you will need to book an arrival time online.

  • Moors Valley

Moors Valley Country Park, Horton Road, Ashley Heath, Ringwood, BH24 2ET

If you're looking for a truly magical tree-picking experience then Moors Valley is the ideal place to visit from November 27.

Christmas trees from Moors Valley include Norway Spruce and Nordmann Fir and they help to support sustainable forestry in Britain.

From December 4 to December 11 you can really get into the festive spirit, with children’s crafts of tree decorations, willow stars and party hats, and performances by the Dorset Youth Marching Band.

You can also enjoy a hot chocolate or even test your knowledge in their 2021 Christmas Quiz Trail. 

  • Beaminster Christmas Trees

Lower Barrowfield Farm,Beaminster, Dorset, DT8 3PP

Beaminster Christmas Trees offer  Nordman Firs in all shapes and sizes from 4ft  - 12 ft​.

Prices start at £25 for a 4ft tree and go up to £130 for a 12ft tree.

The trees are plantation grown and delivered ready for sale on November 27. 

With every tree, £1 is donated to the Prout Bridge Project, the youth and community hub in Beaminster.

How do I dispose of my tree after Christmas?

Dorset Council advise cutting your tree into small pieces and placing it in your garden waste bin.

Alternatively, you can take it to your local Household Recycling Centre and putting it in the garden waste container for composting, free of charge. 

When do you put up your Christmas tree? Let us know in the comments.