The most wonderful time of the year is fast approaching and homes across Northern Ireland will soon be filled with beautiful Christmas trees and twinkling lights.

Though many of us may opt for the 'easier' option of an artificial tree, the rustic pine aroma of a real tree is hard to beat.

Check out our list below for some of the East Antrim and Mid and East Antrim traders who are stocking real Christmas trees this year.

More details, such as opening hours, can be found on the individual retailers’ Facebook pages.

Though many of us may opt for the 'easier' option of an artificial tree, the rustic pine aroma of a real tree is hard to beat. Image by Kati from Pixabay

placeholder image — Though many of us may opt for the 'easier' option of an artificial tree, the rustic pine aroma of a real tree is hard to beat. Image by Kati from Pixabay

Hillmount Carrick

48 Beltoy Road, Carrickfergus

Hillmount has Nordmann Fir and Noble Fir varieties in stock, with prices starting at £44.99 for a 5-6 foot tree.

Hillside Nursery Centre

328 Doagh Road, Newtownabbey

The centre has real freshly cut trees in stock from £49.99, in heights from 5 foot to 12 foot. Varieties are Nordmann Fir, Fraser Fir, and Noble Fir, with a range of potted Christmas trees also available.

Inver Garden Centre

4 Browndod Road, Milbrook, Larne

The centre has non needle drop Nordmann Fir trees in sizes from 5 foot up to 10 foot, with prices ranging from £40 to £90.

Ballylagan Christmas Trees

59 Ballylagan Road, Ballyclare

Organic trees are cut fresh daily on the family farm, which has been growing Christmas trees for over 40 years. With Nordmann Fir, Fraser Fir and Norway Spruce available this year, prices are £45 for 6 foot and £55 for 7-8 foot trees. Ballylagan Christmas Trees can deliver within a ten mile radius for £10.

Montrose Garden Supplies

Wakehurst Road, Ballymena

Christmas Trees have arrived at Montrose, with prices for Nordmann Fir as follows: 5 foot £40, 6 foot £47.50, 7 foot £49.50. Home delivery is also available.

Fosters Fruit & Flowers

15 Kings Road, Whitehead

The Whitehead greengrocer and florist will once again have Christmas trees available in store from November 28; the shop can be contacted on 028 9337 2755.

Ben Vista Garden Centre

26 Crosskeys Road, Ballymena

Ben Vista has Nordmann Fir trees ranging in height from 5-9 foot, with prices starting at £44.99. With each tree purchased, customers receive £50 worth of Ben Vista Garden Centre coupons to use in 2026.

Naggy Burn Garden Centre

32-34 Pound Street, Larne

Part of the award-winning social enterprise Access Employment Limited (AEL), Naggy Burn has a range of fantastic Christmas trees now in stock including Fraser Fir, with every purchase supporting local charity.

Carrickfergus Urban Farm and Garden Centre

Elizabeth Avenue, Carrickfergus

Operating as a social enterprise, Carrickfergus Urban Farm and Garden Centre is sellingNordmann Firs in sizes between 175cm and 250cm. Prices start at £53 and all profits go to support people with brain injury and Autism. The centre also has a Christmas shop with lights, decorations, soft toys and gift ideas.