Tree-mendous Christmas mission as Formby charity shop has waiting list for trees
Shoppers are turning to second-hand Christmas trees to keep festive costs down, as Formby Oxfam reveals it has a waiting list.
Demand for pre-loved Christmas trees is proving so popular that despite selling 200 trees already this month, the shop on Halsall Lane still has a waiting list for more.
'Emma Hesketh, Formby Oxfam Manager said: “We’ve been amazed by the demand for Christmas trees and decorations already this year. As soon as we put them on the shop floor, they sell out straight away. That's why we decided to make a waiting list for Christmas trees.
“It is such an expensive time of year, so it's nice to be able to help cut down the costs for local shoppers. Buying a charity tree is a great way for them to save a bit of money without having to compromise on quality.
“It's always our busiest time of year, so we welcome any good quality donations, especially unopened gifts, and we look forward to seeing our regulars, as well as some new faces, in the shop as the Christmas shopping season kicks in.”
As households across the UK prepare to deck their halls for Christmas, Oxfam is encouraging shoppers in Formby and across the UK to think differently about their festive tree choices and is encouraging people to consider buying a charity tree, as well as donating good quality Christmas trees, decorations and unwanted gifts.
Julie Tyrrell, Head of Retail Sustainability at Oxfam said: “Christmas can be an expensive time of year, and we know lots of people are looking for ways to keep costs down without missing out on the magic of the festive season. Buying a tree, decorations or stocking fillers from a charity shop is a great way to save money, but it also embraces the true spirit of Christmas as it also helps other people. Every tree sold will help make a real difference to people affected by poverty and inequality.”