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Christmas Tree Sales
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When:
2024 Opening Times
Date: Time:
22nd Nov – 22nd Dec 09:30 – 17:00
Sundays 09:30 – 16:00
Where:
Blackthorpe Barn, Rougham
Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
SatNav: IP30 9HZ
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Selection of approx. tree prices
Nordmann Fir 6-7ft ~ tbc 7-8ft ~ tbc 8-9ft ~ tbc
Norway Spruce 6-7ft ~ tbc 7-8ft ~ tbc 8-9ft ~ tbc
About our Christmas Trees
For over forty years Rougham Estate has specialised in growing Christmas Trees, becoming a recognised expert in the field. Renowned for their quality and longevity, our Nordmann Firs and Norway Spruce are carefully nurtured year-round right here on the Estate.
Grown within a mile of Blackthorpe Barn, our Christmas trees are freshly cut within days of going on sale. The only “transporting” involved is by you as you take one home!
NORDMANN FIR
This is the most popular tree in Scandinavia and rapidly gaining in popularity here in the UK. As people put up their trees earlier and earlier, the need for needle retention gets more important. Nordmann Firs retain their needles better than other trees, so for many customers, this makes them a winner.
Nordmann Fir trees will be on sale for the whole time period of selling Christmas trees, subject to availability.
Norway Spruce
Available from the beginning of December
These traditional Christmas trees have a really festive scent. We advise you not to bring them indoors too soon, and they will require watering to stay fresh.
Norway Spruce will be only available to buy from early December, subject to availability.
We also have some Fraser Fir trees cut, usually available during December.
All of our Christmas trees are available from Blackthorpe Barn and range in size from three foot tall to 25 foot tall. Come and choose your tree at Blackthorpe Barn where you can both see and smell how fresh they are.
Don’t forget to bring your gloves!
Price List for cut and potted trees
The pricelist for this year will be made available about a week or so before the trees go on sale.
PYO Christmas Tree on the Plantation
Each year, on two weekends in early November you can come and choose your tree on the plantation where it has been growing, before it is cut. This is a wonderful pre-Christmas event for all the family.
Find out more here.
Important information
Any trees over 10ft tall must be ordered directly from Simon.
Simon Eddell – Email: simon@roughamestate.com
We offer a tree delivery service within a 30 mile radius of Blackthorpe Barn; costs are dependent on the delivery location.
Contact Simon Eddell, our Christmas Tree manager directly.
Email: simon@roughamestate.com
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Reasons to buy a locally-grown real tree
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Rougham Estate cultivates Christmas trees as a sustainable horticultural crop, not sourced from existing woodlands.
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Grown in fields, not factories, our trees take about 10 years to reach 6ft, providing a habitat for wildlife during the growing years.
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As the trees are growing, they contribute to the environment by absorbing carbon dioxide and releasing oxygen.
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Year-round pruning and nurturing support rural employment and the local economy.
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For every harvested tree, a new one is planted, contributing to sustainable horticulture.
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Thousands of new trees are planted annually on approximately 20 hectares of land.
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All trees are grown within 1 mile of Blackthorpe Barn and are freshly cut a matter of days before sale.
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Real trees offer a delightful scent and feel, and they are fully recyclable.
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Rougham Estate is a proud member of the British Christmas Tree Growers Association.
Award Winning Trees
In 2002 Rougham Estate became British Christmas Tree Grower of the Year and provided the magnificent tree that stood outside No.10 Downing Street in London, featuring in many broadcasts at the time. The tree was of such good quality that the Estate was asked to provide the tree for Downing Street twice more in 2004 and 2006.
Eco-friendly Christmas tree netting
Where possible, Rougham Estate is proud to be using VacuBioNet® Christmas tree netting to wrap most of our trees:
- 100% biodegradable Christmas tree netting
- 100% Compostable in commercial facilities
- 65% less energy used to make it than conventional netting
- 75% fewer greenhouse gases
Made from plant-based starch polylactic acid, PLA
Another reason why buying a real tree is good for the planet!
Christmas Tree Care
Cut trees
It is essential that cut trees should be freshly cut when purchased (which all of ours are). The needles should not be dull and dried up. The branches should not be brittle. The outer needles should not fall off if the tree is gently shaken.
- After you have bought your tree it should be kept outside in a cool shaded place, preferably standing in water, until it is required indoors.
- Before bringing the tree indoors it is an advantage if about half an inch is cut off the butt in order to open up the pores of the tree.
- Mount it in a water-holding stand or wedge it in a bucket with pebbles, small stones or screwed up newspaper, and place it away from direct heat.
- Keep the container topped up with water every day; you will be surprised how much it needs.
Pot-Grown Trees
These are trees that have been grown for at least one season in their pots. It is often possible to lift the whole root system out of the pot and see the closely-woven roots which have grown in the pot. The trees themselves should look fresh.
- Potted trees will be small and seldom more than four feet tall.
- The trees should be watered and cared for as for any house plant.
- After Christmas, they can be left to grow in their pot, but it is much better to re-pot the tree in a larger pot. It is seldom possible to re-pot trees in this way for more than one season.
In the best case these trees would like to be planted out in the garden or some other space after Christmas, as they cannot exist in the pot indefinitely.
Please remember, however, that these are potentially forest trees and will eventually reach a considerable height perhaps 60ft or 20m, so position them in the garden with care.
Over-sized Trees and Tree Delivery
If you have specific requests regarding your Christmas tree we will try and accommodate them, if possible.
We offer a tree delivery service; costs are dependent on the delivery location.
Any trees over 10ft tall must be ordered directly.
Contact Simon Eddell, our Christmas Tree manager, for delivery or over-sized tree requests.
Simon Eddell – Email: simon@roughamestate.com
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Where to find us
Plenty of free parking on site
Please keep to the 5mph limit
Disabled access available
This is a rural location and paths can be muddy
Blackthorpe Barn is situated just south of Junction 45 of the A14, three miles east of Bury St Edmunds, in the village of Rougham.
Look out for the entrance gates to a long tree-lined avenue at the White House junction, with the Barn on the right of the avenue.
Blackthorpe Barn’s black and white signs direct visitors from local roads.
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Only two spaces remaining for Afternoon Tea on Mother’s Day!.
It’s just over a weeks time, book now to avoid disappointment. If you’re looking for a gift ideas, we have plenty in The Garden Room Shop too.
Take a trip to Rougham Estate for inspiration ❤️
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Only two spaces remaining for Afternoon Tea on Mother’s Day!.
It’s just over a weeks time, book now to avoid disappointment. If you’re looking for a gift ideas, we have plenty in The Garden Room Shop too.
Take a trip to Rougham Estate for inspiration ❤️
#AfternoonTea #TheGardenRoomShop #HandmadeWithLove #mothersday #mothersdaygiftideas #Mothersday2025 #LocalProduce #RootsCafé #RoughamEstate
We have some creative workshops available over the next couple of months - and spaces are filling up fast!
Running throughout April and May, these sessions are the perfect way to try your hand at a new craft and add some beautiful, homemade items to your home and garden.
With expert guidance and a relaxed atmosphere, you’ll leave with a beautiful handmade piece to take home - and an experience you won`t forget.
If you’ve been thinking about booking, now’s the time before they’re all gone. Visit our website to secure your spot.
#RoughamEstate #CreativeWorkshops #HandmadeWithLove #CraftLovers #LearnSomethingNew #local #HandmadeHome #WreathOfTheMonth #SuffolkArt #WillowWeaving #CraftWorkshops #glassart #crafting #creativity
We have some creative workshops available over the next couple of months - and spaces are filling up fast!
Running throughout April and May, these sessions are the perfect way to try your hand at a new craft and add some beautiful, homemade items to your home and garden.
With expert guidance and a relaxed atmosphere, you’ll leave with a beautiful handmade piece to take home - and an experience you won`t forget.
If you’ve been thinking about booking, now’s the time before they’re all gone. Visit our website to secure your spot.
#RoughamEstate #CreativeWorkshops #HandmadeWithLove #CraftLovers #LearnSomethingNew #local #HandmadeHome #WreathOfTheMonth #SuffolkArt #WillowWeaving #CraftWorkshops #glassart #crafting #creativity
Try our special Roots Refresher – available today and all weekend!
A refreshing mix of gin, lemon, and strawberry syrup, finished with a fresh mint garnish.
The perfect way to welcome the weekend. 🍹🍸
#RootsRefresher #WeekendVibes #CocktailLovers #GinCocktail #StrawberryTwist #RefreshingDrinks #RoughamEstate #local
Try our special Roots Refresher – available today and all weekend!
A refreshing mix of gin, lemon, and strawberry syrup, finished with a fresh mint garnish.
The perfect way to welcome the weekend. 🍹🍸
#RootsRefresher #WeekendVibes #CocktailLovers #GinCocktail #StrawberryTwist #RefreshingDrinks #RoughamEstate #local
This Sunday, we’re celebrating National Puppy Day! 🐾
All puppies and dogs are invited to join us at the Estate, where there are plenty of scenic walks for everyone to enjoy.
After a lovely walk, bring your furry friends into the café, but we ask that their paws stay on the floor please. Ask our team for a dog treat—because your pup deserves a treat, too after a walk.
Don’t forget to stop by the Garden Room Shop for some delightful doggy gifts!
#NationalPuppyDay #PuppyLove #DogFriendly #DogTreats #Pawtastic #FurryFriends #PetLovers #DogGifts #OutdoorFun #RoughamEstate #TheGardenRoomShop #Walks #WalksWithMyDog
This Sunday, we’re celebrating National Puppy Day! 🐾
All puppies and dogs are invited to join us at the Estate, where there are plenty of scenic walks for everyone to enjoy.
After a lovely walk, bring your furry friends into the café, but we ask that their paws stay on the floor please. Ask our team for a dog treat—because your pup deserves a treat, too after a walk.
Don’t forget to stop by the Garden Room Shop for some delightful doggy gifts!
#NationalPuppyDay #PuppyLove #DogFriendly #DogTreats #Pawtastic #FurryFriends #PetLovers #DogGifts #OutdoorFun #RoughamEstate #TheGardenRoomShop #Walks #WalksWithMyDog
Mother’s Day is fast approaching!
Have you got your Mother’s Day gift sorted?
If not, we have a delightful afternoon tea available and some beautiful gifts in the shop to make your Mother’s Day💐
Why not make a day of it at Rougham Estate, with a countryside walk as well as Afternoon Tea?
Plenty of free parking, with accessible parking very near the café, just off Junction 45 of the A14.
Find out more from the link in our bio
roughamestate.com/welcome
Booking essential for the Afternoon Tea.
#roughamestate #burystedmunds #suffolkmums #roughamroots #afternoontea #celebrations #giftideas #loveyourmum #suffolkcountryside #beautifulsuffolk
Mother’s Day is fast approaching!
Have you got your Mother’s Day gift sorted?
If not, we have a delightful afternoon tea available and some beautiful gifts in the shop to make your Mother’s Day💐
Why not make a day of it at Rougham Estate, with a countryside walk as well as Afternoon Tea?
Plenty of free parking, with accessible parking very near the café, just off Junction 45 of the A14.
Find out more from the link in our bio
roughamestate.com/welcome
Booking essential for the Afternoon Tea.
#roughamestate #burystedmunds #suffolkmums #roughamroots #afternoontea #celebrations #giftideas #loveyourmum #suffolkcountryside #beautifulsuffolk
This Global Recycling Day, we`re proud to share that Rougham Estate recycles 96% of all our waste.
Sustainability is at the heart of what we do - from sourcing local produce whenever possible to using recycled or recyclable packaging across our operations.
Small changes make a big impact, and we`re always looking for ways to do more. Today is a great reminder that every effort counts towards a greener future!
#GlobalRecyclingDay #SustainableLiving #Recycle #EcoFriendly #ShopLocal #GreenerFuture #RoughamEstate #Blackthorpebarn
This Global Recycling Day, we`re proud to share that Rougham Estate recycles 96% of all our waste.
Sustainability is at the heart of what we do - from sourcing local produce whenever possible to using recycled or recyclable packaging across our operations.
Small changes make a big impact, and we`re always looking for ways to do more. Today is a great reminder that every effort counts towards a greener future!
#GlobalRecyclingDay #SustainableLiving #Recycle #EcoFriendly #ShopLocal #GreenerFuture #RoughamEstate #Blackthorpebarn
Happy St Patrick’s Day! ☘️
To celebrate we have a few specials on…
Irish potato cake, with bacon, fried eggs, spinach and maple syrup.
We also have Cinnamon halloumi ciabatta, with romesco sauce, rocket and Rougham Estate honey which is part of the 2 for £20 deal.
For those with sweet tooth, we have a rich and indulgent Guinness Cake 🎂
Not to be missed!
#RootsCafé #SaintPatricksDay #Specials #GuinnessCake #IrishPotatoCake #RoughamEstate #FoodLovers #NotToBeMissed #Foodies
Happy St Patrick’s Day! ☘️
To celebrate we have a few specials on…
Irish potato cake, with bacon, fried eggs, spinach and maple syrup.
We also have Cinnamon halloumi ciabatta, with romesco sauce, rocket and Rougham Estate honey which is part of the 2 for £20 deal.
For those with sweet tooth, we have a rich and indulgent Guinness Cake 🎂
Not to be missed!
#RootsCafé #SaintPatricksDay #Specials #GuinnessCake #IrishPotatoCake #RoughamEstate #FoodLovers #NotToBeMissed #Foodies
We’ve been busy putting peat free compost down in the borders of the Sunken Garden ready for the summer season - to give the plants some good nourishment.
We can’t wait to see you all enjoying the sunshine in this tranquil area over a coffee and brunch!
Not long now!
#PeatFreeCompost #Gardening #SunkenGarden #Springtime #GettingSomeReady #RoughamEstate #RootsCafé #AlfrescoDining
We’ve been busy putting peat free compost down in the borders of the Sunken Garden ready for the summer season - to give the plants some good nourishment.
We can’t wait to see you all enjoying the sunshine in this tranquil area over a coffee and brunch!
Not long now!
#PeatFreeCompost #Gardening #SunkenGarden #Springtime #GettingSomeReady #RoughamEstate #RootsCafé #AlfrescoDining
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