Tesco is set to distribute numerous free Christmas trees for a limited time. These Christmas trees, known as “wonky,” have slight imperfections like uneven branches or a slight tilt, making them unsuitable for regular sale. However, Tesco plans to offer them at no cost on Saturday, December 6, at selected stores. Recipients are encouraged to donate to the food charities Fareshare and Trussell when taking a tree.
The free trees will be available at various Tesco locations, including Colney Hatch Extra, Borehamwood Extra, Hammersmith, Southport Extra, Goole Superstore, Glossop Superstore, Bristol Brislington Extra, Cardiff Extra, Dundee Riverside Extra, and Glasgow Maryhill Extra, starting at 10 am on a first-come, first-served basis, limited to one tree per household. Comparable Christmas trees elsewhere are priced at £13.99 from Aldi and £14.99 from Home Bargains.
Ashwin Prasad, Tesco’s UK CEO, emphasized the importance of embracing imperfect moments during the holiday season, noting that the charm of these “wonky” trees can still bring joy to any home while supporting charity efforts. A recent survey commissioned by Tesco revealed that many Brits prioritize the second weekend of December for decorating their Christmas trees, with a majority agreeing that perfection is not essential for a meaningful holiday experience.
In other news, Tesco announced a special promotion for Clubcard members, offering double points for every £1 spent on gift cards throughout December. This promotion covers all third-party gift card purchases at Tesco stores, automatically crediting the double points to Clubcard accounts. Tesco Clubcard members, totaling around 24 million, earn points on various purchases, including groceries, fuel, Tesco Mobile, and Tesco credit card transactions. Accumulated points can be redeemed for vouchers to spend at Tesco.