A major supermarket chain, Tesco, is giving away hundreds of Christmas trees for free today, December 4, 2023. This initiative aims to save customers money while promoting sustainability by reducing waste. A typical real Christmas tree costs at least £30, making this giveaway an appealing opportunity for families looking to celebrate the festive season without overspending.
The free trees are available at ten Tesco locations across the UK, starting at 10:00. Each tree, while free, may come with imperfections; they are described as “perfectly imperfect.” Shoppers can expect trees with unevenly spaced branches or slight lopsidedness, but Tesco assures that these characteristics do not diminish their charm.
Trees are limited to one per household, and availability is on a first-come, first-served basis. The participating stores are:
– Colney Hatch Extra
– Borehamwood Extra
– Hammersmith
– Southport Extra
– Goole Superstore
– Glossop Superstore
– Bristol Brislington Extra
– Cardiff Extra
– Dundee Riverside Extra
– Glasgow Maryhill Extra
While the trees are complimentary, volunteers will be present to collect donations for the Trussell Trust and FareShare, charities dedicated to combating food poverty. This initiative aligns with Tesco’s broader campaign, “That’s what makes it Christmas,” which emphasizes the joy of the holiday season, even when things are not visually perfect.
In addition to the tree giveaway, Tesco is hosting Christmas markets across the UK, offering shoppers opportunities to sample free food and collect goodie bags at 165 venues throughout December. This festive atmosphere is designed to enhance the holiday shopping experience.
Other supermarkets are also joining the festive spirit. Lidl is providing free gift-wrapping stations at ten of its stores nationwide from December 4 to 17. Shoppers can have their purchases wrapped in exclusive designs at no cost, with the option to buy additional wrapping sheets for £0.75, with proceeds going to Neighbourly.
For those looking to make their Christmas season even more special, My John Lewis members should keep an eye out for daily rewards through the Treats Of Christmas initiative available via their app until December 12.
This combination of free offerings and charitable contributions highlights the spirit of giving that characterizes the holiday season, ensuring that many families can enjoy a festive atmosphere without financial burden. To find the nearest participating Tesco store or learn more about the Christmas initiatives, customers can visit the Tesco website.
