Office Christmas Trees in London: Choosing, Delivery and January Removal

For a London reception or lobby, a fresh-cut Nordmann fir is a practical choice of office Christmas tree thanks to its excellent needle retention. With proper watering, a cut tree can last about four weeks. Choose a height that leaves enough space around it, position it away from heaters and arrange collection when requesting your quote.

We take business orders from offices, shops, hotels and restaurants across London, with delivery, installation and January collection, so the tree arrives ready to decorate and leaves without anyone on your team having to carry it out. Invoicing is available on request for larger orders.

Book your tree online with your business details and we'll come back to you with a quote.

Choosing an office Christmas tree for reception or a lobby

Fresh-cut or pot-grown

Our Nordmann fir Christmas trees are available in two options, depending on the space available and how long you plan to keep your festive display.

A fresh-cut Nordmann fir is ideal for longer displays. Its dark green needles are slow to fall, which is particularly useful in busy reception areas where people walk past throughout the day. It also has a mild scent, making it a suitable choice for shared workspaces.

A premium pot-grown Nordmann fir is another option, available in 2–3 or 3–4 ft sizes. Living Christmas trees should generally stay indoors for no longer than 12 days, making them better suited to shorter festive displays. They work particularly well on reception desks or in smaller meeting rooms during the days leading up to Christmas.

Size

Our fresh-cut Nordmann firs come in 5–6, 6–7 or 7–8 ft, roughly 1.5m to 2.4m. Before you choose, measure:

• The ceiling height where the tree will stand, leaving room for a topper.
• The available floor space, so the tree doesn't narrow a walkway or block a door.
• The access route, including the entrance, any lifts and the corridors leading to the intended location.

A double-height lobby can comfortably accommodate an 8 ft tree without it looking oversized. A reception area in a converted building may be better suited to a 5 or 6 ft tree. If space is limited, a 2–3 or 3–4 ft pot-grown tree on a counter can create an attractive festive display without overcrowding the room.

Fire-safety basics for an office tree

Christmas trees in workplaces require a few simple precautions, particularly in busy areas where employees and visitors regularly pass through.

1. Keep candles away from the tree. That includes candles on reception desks and in nearby displays.
2. Use suitable Christmas lights and switch them off after working hours. Check that the lights meet relevant safety standards and are in good condition before use.
3. Don't attach decorations to lights or heaters. Keep decorations clear of heat sources and electrical fittings.
4. Keep the tree away from fires and radiators. This also helps the tree stay fresh for longer.

Assign someone responsibility for switching off the Christmas lights each evening. Having a designated person helps ensure this important safety precaution isn't overlooked.

Care during the working week

A fresh-cut Christmas tree needs a consistent water supply to stay looking its best. Place it in a stand with a water reservoir, check the level daily and refill it as needed. Allowing the reservoir to run dry can cause the tree to lose its needles more quickly.

In an office, the simplest approach is to include watering in the daily facilities or reception routine. Keep a jug nearby so the task can be completed quickly without disrupting the working day.

Timing matters too. With proper care, a fresh-cut Nordmann fir can last around four weeks, meaning a tree installed during the first week of December can remain attractive throughout Christmas week.

Care over the holiday closure

Keeping an office Christmas tree fresh can be more challenging when the building closes for the holidays and nobody is available to water it.

You have a few options:

• If a small team is working during the holidays, include watering the tree in their daily checklist.
• If the office is closing completely, fill the water reservoir on the last working day and switch off the lights. Bear in mind that the tree may begin to dry out during the closure.
• If the building will be empty for an extended period, consider arranging collection before the closure rather than leaving the tree unattended without water.

Whatever your arrangements, make sure all Christmas tree lights are switched off before the last person leaves.

Booking January collection at the same time

Our Christmas tree collection in London runs from 2 to 31 January and requires at least three days' notice, so arranging it when you request your quote can save time later. The team carries the tree out from inside the office, sweeps up the needles and takes it to a licensed green-waste centre, where it's recycled into mulch.

Many businesses choose to remove their Christmas decorations around Twelfth Night, traditionally observed on 5 or 6 January. In 2027, 5 January falls on a Tuesday. Christmas tree collection demand also tends to be particularly high during the first week of January, so booking ahead can help you secure a convenient date.

Avoid leaving unwanted Christmas trees on the pavement or outside your office building without an arranged collection. Improper disposal can be treated as fly-tipping and may result in a fine.

How to get a quote

1. Measure the space, the ceiling height and the access route.
2. Decide between a fresh-cut Nordmann fir (5–6, 6–7 or 7–8 ft) and a premium pot-grown Nordmann fir (2–3 or 3–4 ft).
3. Note any access details, such as a loading entrance, building security or a lift.
4. Decide whether you want a January collection and whether you need an invoice.
5. Pick a preferred delivery slot. Our delivery season runs from 16 November to 23 December 2026, with slots at 08:00–11:30, 12:00–16:00 and 17:00–19:00.
6. Use the form to request a quote online with those details.

Staff who want a tree at home as well can order online from the same page.

FAQs

What is the best tree for an office?

A fresh-cut Nordmann fir is an excellent choice for an office Christmas tree thanks to its slow needle drop, attractive dark green foliage and mild scent. It's particularly suitable for busy reception areas and lobbies where keeping the surrounding floor clean is important. We deliver Nordmann firs in 5–6, 6–7 or 7–8 ft sizes, with installation available for business orders.

Do you deliver office Christmas trees across London?

Yes. We serve offices, shops, hotels and restaurants across London, with delivery, installation and January collection. Request a quote online with your address and preferred tree size, and ask about invoicing if you're placing a larger order.

Who looks after the tree over the Christmas closure?

A fresh-cut Christmas tree needs regular watering to prevent it from drying out and losing its needles. If someone will be in the office, arrange for them to check the water reservoir. If the building will be empty, top up the water on the last working day and switch off the lights. For longer closures, consider arranging collection in advance.

When should an office take its tree down?

Many offices take down their Christmas decorations around Twelfth Night, traditionally observed on 5 or 6 January. In 2027, 5 January falls on a Tuesday. Our collection service runs from 2 to 31 January and requires at least three days' notice, so arranging removal when booking your tree can make the process easier.

Book your tree online to request a quote for your office tree, with installation on delivery and January collection.