Christmas Guides

There’s something about a Christmas market that makes it worth braving even the chilliest December evening. Maybe it’s the twinkling lights, the wooden chalets, or clutching a steaming mug of hot chocolate while the cold nips at your nose. But you don’t mind because you’re with family, friends, your partner… or even just a plate of those mini Dutch pancakes.

For many of us, visiting a Christmas market...

How much do Brits spend on Christmas presents? When do we start decorating? And are our festive traditions changing?

Using the latest research and data, we’ve brought together some of the most interesting Christmas statistics and facts for 2026. From Christmas trees and shopping habits to festive food, presents and entertainment, discover what the numbers tell us about Christmas in Britain today.

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When you’re choosing an artificial Christmas tree, it’s easy to focus on the exciting bits first. Height, shape, colour, and how realistic the branches look usually get the most attention.

But there’s another detail worth checking before you buy: how the branches attach to the tree.

Most artificial Christmas trees use either hinged branches or hook-on branches. Both can create a beautiful, full-looking...

Few things are more magical than switching on your pre-lit Christmas tree for the first time each year. But if you've noticed your lights aren't looking the way you hoped, it can be frustrating.

Luckily, pre-lit Christmas trees are surprisingly easy to fix.

This guide walks you through common issues step by step, from loose connections and blown fuses to dim bulbs and replacement transformers, so you...

It isn't really Christmas until the tree goes up. That's the moment the house starts to feel festive, the fairy lights come out, and everyone suddenly has an opinion on where the baubles should go.

If you're looking at a box of tree sections and wondering what goes where, don't panic. Assembling an artificial Christmas tree is much simpler than it looks.

This guide will walk you through every step...

Every year brings a fresh wave of festive inspiration, but Christmas trends for 2026 feel more personal than ever.

Instead of following one specific colour palette or decorating rulebook, people are creating Christmas trees that reflect their hobbies, favourite books, films, interiors, and personalities. 

Whether you're obsessed with fantasy novels, love vintage treasures, or want your tree to look...

Christmas is the most magical time of the year for adults and children alike. The start of the festive period often comes with buying decorations, like artificial Christmas trees, and visiting festive markets. These street markets are usually adorned with twinkling lights and have many stalls with independent creators selling unique gifts, food, and drinks.

Christmas markets are found in cities and...

The magic of Christmas is undeniable, and a large part of that sparkle comes from the effort councils across Britain put into decorations and events. With twinkling high streets and bustling markets, public events bring the festive cheer that unites communities nationwide.

The showstopping events are usually the lights and parades, but council spending covers so much more than these. It also includes...

Wondering how to decorate a Christmas tree to achieve that perfectly polished, festive look? You're in luck. This step-by-step guide will walk you through the Christmas tree decorating process from lights to tree topper, helping you decorate a Christmas tree like a pro.

At Christmas Tree World, we believe every tree, from the tallest showstopper to the cosiest corner spruce, deserves the spotlight...

Christmas is infamously a time of overindulgence. During the festive season, we buy too much, eat too much, and gift too much, all in the spirit of Christmas! 

However, we also tend to waste too much: on average, around Christmas time, there’s an extra 30% of waste, and over 100 million bags of rubbish end up in landfills.

But what if this year could be different? With just a few mindful choices...