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As the centrepiece of the decorations, it’s essential that the tree suits you and your home. Real trees are lovely, but there are some very realistic artificial ones available these days, as well as beautiful modern ones – think bare twigs covered in twinkly lights or bold coloured branches with contrasting decorations. The main benefit of an artificial tree is that you can use it year after year – just make sure you have somewhere to store it! They are also great if space is limited, or if you have animals or young children. The cost of trees varies according to the species, as well as the size. These are the types that If you do decide to go for a real tree, before you may see: you get caught up in the festive spirit and buy the biggest one you can find, take a moment Norway Spruce – this traditional choice is to measure the space where your tree will go. cheapest, but it will drop its sharp needles. Think about the width you can accommodate, Nordman Fir – glossy rich green needles that as well as the height, and remember to allow will stay put! room to move around it. Noble Fir – also retains needles well. It has soft A garden centre is the obvious place to start your blue-green needles and a lovely fragrance. search, and you may also see signs to seasonal stalls or farms as you drive around. Did you know Fraser Fir – compact and upright, so perfect for that you can now get Christmas trees by mail smaller rooms. order? The disadvantage is that you don’t get Blue Spruce – boasts unusual blue-grey to see what your actual tree looks like, but it’s needles and a rich scent. a great option if you don’t have a car. Scots Pine – has twisted green/blue needles and that wonderful Christmas tree smell. Also consider whether you want a tree that has been sawn off, or one that is planted in a pot. A sawn-off tree will probably be cheaper. It may come already wedged into a block of wood, or you may need to buy a special stand. If you invest in a tree that is still growing, you can keep it outside in a pot, or plant it in the ground and bring it in each year. If you’re not confident about this, there are now companies who will deliver a living tree and take it away again after Christmas to care for until next year. So whatever your tastes, space and pocket, rest assured there is a tree for you. Merry Christmas! 4 Please mention Canterbury News & Directory when responding to these ads Please mention Canterbury News & Directory when responding to these ads 5 NEWSNEWS AND AND DIRECTORY DIRECTORY [email protected]@NEWSANDDIRECTORY.COM | 01227 | 01227 392702 392702 NEWS AND DIRECTORY [email protected] | 01227 392702 Reasons to 6 Shop local 1. YOU HELP BOOST There is a constant turnover YOUR LOCAL ECONOMY of new products, and sellers For every £1 spent with listen to customers’ demands. a small or medium-sized From food to fledgling business 63p stayed in the clothing designers there local economy, compared to will be something for everyone. 40p with a larger business. 5. YOU HELP TO 2. YOU INCREASE THE BUILD YOUR LOCAL VALUE OF YOUR HOME COMMUNITY High streets populated Bookshops, cafes and craft with thriving independent shops often drum up custom businesses boost the prices of by hosting events, from nearby homes. Discount stores reading groups to knitting and charity shops decrease clubs and children’s events. home values in the area. If local businesses are not supported, these fun local 3. IT IS MORE ETHICAL groups tend to disappear too. When you shop at local butchers, bakers, farm shops 6. 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These help foster the Get to know your local traders. talents of the next generation of British designers and retailers. 6 Please mention Canterbury News & Directory when responding to these ads Please mention Canterbury News & Directory when responding to these ads 7 NEWS AND DIRECTORY [email protected] these days of iPads and online | 01227gaming 392702 do NEWS AND DIRECTORY [email protected] | 01227 392702 kids still play with toys? Yes of course they Top Toys do. Toys have always changed to keep up with trends and technology and 2018 is no for Christmas exception. Here we have six of the best. Harry Potter Hogwarts Express (around £75) The Harry Potter books remain perennially Elasti Plasti (under £15) popular, and LEGO is always a hit so combine So many kids love slime and this stuff is great. the two and you have a winning Christmas gift. It’s super-expandable and you can make giant There is a Hogwarts Hall available but its super- bubbles with it. As a bonus it’s non-sticky so expensive, so this is a good compromise with parents will love it too, or at least not hate it! a nice solid train, five mini-figures plus Dementors.