"Before picking your tree, you need to check whether it fits the space you've got - whether that's a flat, a house, or something else. Forestry England says you should measure your ceiling height and subtract at least 12 inches for a Christmas topper. Plus, they say, think about the tree's diameter, as your Christmas centrepiece could take up a lot more room than expected."
"When out shopping, you need to make sure your tree is in good nick before you buy. This means it's fresh and healthy, and won't lose all its needles before the 25th of December. Once you've chosen a tree, you should gently pull a branch toward you. If lots of needles fall off, the tree might not last through the season, according to Forestry England."
Measure ceiling height and subtract at least 12 inches to allow for a Christmas topper, and account for the tree's diameter to ensure it fits the room. Check a tree's freshness by gently pulling a branch to see if many needles fall and by squeezing needles to confirm a fresh scent. For transport, note that general public-transport rules prohibit items longer than two metres or heavier than you can carry, and driving requires loads to be safely secured and not to stick out dangerously under the Highway Code. Plan transport in advance, enlist help, and avoid rush-hour movement.
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