Where is the famous Christmas tree in London?

Don't miss the lighting of the world's most famous Christmas tree, which takes place in Trafalgar Square on Thursday the 7th of December 2023. The 25-metre-high tree is a gift from the people of Norway to London, in thanks for Britain's support in World War II.

Where is main Christmas tree in London?

The Trafalgar Square Christmas tree is typically a 50- to 60-year-old Norway spruce, generally over 20 metres tall. The tree is cut in Norway some time in November during a ceremony attended by the British Ambassador to Norway, Mayor of Oslo, and Lord Mayor of Westminster.

Where does the most famous Christmas tree stand in London?

A Christmas tree from the people of Norway has arrived in Trafalgar Square. Every year since 1947 Norway has sent a tree to Britain to thank it for its support during World War Two.

Is the Christmas tree in Trafalgar Square?

A tree has been given annually since 1947. The tree lighting ceremony takes place on the first Thursday in December each year. The tree stands until 6 January. On the first Thursday in December, a huge Christmas tree is lit in London's Trafalgar Square, radiating its Yuletide joy in all directions.

What time is the tree lighting in Trafalgar Square 2023?

Thursday 7 December 2023, 5:45 pm

We look forward to announcing more about the poem soon to be decorating the base of the tree from 7 December to 6 January. Head to Trafalgar Square on Thursday 7 December at 6 pm for a festive unveiling of this year's Christmas poem as part of the official lighting-up of the tree.

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Which city gives Trafalgar Square Christmas tree?

A symbol of friendship. The Trafalgar Square Christmas Tree is a gift from the City of Oslo to London, a longstanding tradition between our cities. This year marks the 76th tree Oslo is sending to Trafalgar Square.

Where is the Christmas tree in Trafalgar Square from?

Where is the Trafalgar Square tree from? Each year, the tree is delivered as a gift from Norway in gratitude for the UK's support during the Second World War. It is usually over 20 metres high and is decorated with simple lights. King Haakon VII sent the first tree in 1947.

What happens to the Trafalgar Square tree after Christmas?

Recycling the tree

The Christmas tree remains in Trafalgar Square until just before the Twelfth Night of Christmas, when it is taken down for recycling. The tree is chipped and composted, to make mulch.

Are the Christmas lights on in Oxford Street?

The iconic 'sky full of stars' display will return from 2 November 2023, with thousands of brilliant, white stars providing the perfect backdrop to explore this festive destination. This year, we're proud to partner with children's charity Starlight to shine a light on the power of play.

Does Trafalgar Square have Christmas lights?

Westminster's Lord Mayor switches on lights for famous Trafalgar Square Christmas Tree. The Lord Mayor of Westminster switched on this year's Trafalgar Square Christmas Tree lights in front of hundreds of Londoners and visitors.

What is the most decorated Christmas street in London?

Named 'The Spirit of Christmas', our Christmas lights unite Regent Street's world-class retailers, restaurants and hotels under a grand, sweeping canopy of light that stretches from Langham Place all the way to Waterloo Place at the southern end of Regent Street St James's.

What is the best Christmas decorated street in London?

Regent Street (see them now)

The lights make up one of the most iconic displays in all of London, perhaps even the world, so it makes sense that they've kept them much the same since they first premiered. There are over 50 of the magical spirits this year, spreading joy throughout the city.

What time is Trafalgar Square Christmas tree lighting?

The 2023 London Trafalgar Square Christmas tree's lighting ceremony is set to start from 5.30pm on Thursday. As per the festive spruce's official X page, its lights will be turned on at 6pm.

Where is the UK's largest Christmas tree?

Wakehurst, West Sussex

Every year, a century-old giant redwood here is transformed into the UK's tallest living Christmas tree, measuring a mighty 118ft — taller than seven double-decker buses (it's so bright, pilots apparently use it as a waymarker en route to Gatwick).

Where is the most famous Christmas tree located?

Rockefeller Center and its iconic Christmas Tree are the epicenter of holiday celebrations in New York.

Where is the most famous Christmas tree?

When it comes to Christmas decorations, you just can't beat New York City. Perhaps the most famous Christmas tree in the world, the Norway spruce at Rockefeller Center usually has a height between 70 to 100 feet! The tree in the middle of the Rockefeller Complex scrapes the sky with a majestic aura.

Can you drive down Oxford Street to see the lights?

Driving in London is a nightmare, but if you really want to, all you could really do is drive along Oxford St outside of hours it is closed to private vehicles and down Regent St. All other lights are in pedestrian areas.

What time do Regent street lights go on?

'The Spirit of Christmas' will be lit from 9 November 2023, with the displays switched on from 14.00 to midnight everyday for a more sustainable display. Look out for plenty of festive ideas on our website for the best things to do, see and eat to get into the spirit this Christmas in London.

What time do the Oxford Street lights turn off?

In order to save energy, the Oxford Street Christmas lights are only on between 3pm-11pm daily for 2023, as they were last year (as opposed to all night in previous years). See them until early January 2024.

Why do Norway give UK a Christmas tree?

It is a long-cherished Christmas tradition: a tree sent to London every December from Norway to thank Britain for its support during the second world war.

Which city gifts a Christmas tree to London every year?

Every year the city of Oslo donates a Christmas tree from its snowy forests to London as a thank you for Britain's help during World War II, often to mixed and hilarious reviews.

What to do in London at Christmas 2023?

What is the most famous Christmas tree in the world?

Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree, New York, USA

How could we not include one of the world's most iconic Christmas trees? New York attracts tens of millions of tourists throughout the entire year, but winter is magical.

Which country gives a Christmas tree to Britain every year?

Norway gifts the UK with a Christmas tree every year in an annual tradition to mark the Nordic country's appreciation for British help in World War II.

Which country donates a Christmas tree to Scotland?

The tree, which is gifted by Vestland in Norway to Edinburgh, is the latest in a tradition that has taken place since 1947. The county of Vestland and Scotland are close neighbours across the North Sea with a shared history, interests and values.