Blenheim Palace is once again selling Christmas trees grown on its estate. The ‘zero miles’ trees include Norway Spruces and Nordmann Firs, ranging from 4ft to 8ft in height. The trees are cut weekly ...

Christmas trees were introduced into the UK in 1800 by Queen Charlotte, the German wife of George III. Each year a large tree is given to the UK as a gift by the people of Oslo in Norway.