See some of the best spots to buy a real pine Christmas tree, ahead of the big day across South East London.

If you prefer a real pine tree over a fake Christmas tree and want to get decorated and hope it survives until at least December 25 then you need to take a look at the best sellers. 

But if you do want to grab a real tree then you're going to need to be quick as we are officially in the Christmas period so all the best ones will be getting grabbed quickly. 

Plus you'll also need to do some preparation before picking up the tree to make sure it's perfect for your home too. 

News Shopper: Have a real tree from a London farm this year. (PA)Have a real tree from a London farm this year. (PA)

Make sure to check the dimensions of the space you plan to place the tree, know how to care for the tree, and recycle the tree properly when the festive period is over. 

South London Christmas Tree Farm

This farm has been open for over 35 years and is based off the Orpington Bypass, look for the signs marked "Christmas tree farm". 

Pick a tree daily between 9am and 5pm, with a closing date of Sunday, December 12. 

Buyers are asked to note that you can not cut your own tree this season.

The Christmas Forest

Get a top-quality Christmas tree now by visiting the store or having it delivered right to your front door. 

The closest store is based in Richmond but they have more across London, the last day to buy a tree is Christmas Eve, with an opening time of 8am to 10pm. 

Hassle-Free Christmas Tree

Get delivered a full-grown, ready to decorate tree right to your home anywhere across London.

Plus the company also sets up the tree for you so you can decorate it as soon as you get it. 

Prices start from £55 and the last day to get a tree is December 23. 

Creekside Christmas 

Creekside offers delivery across London with three main trees to choose from including the sizes 3ft to 10ft. 

Noted as one of the cheapest but quality options you can get a 9ft tree for £134.99, making it the cheapest option for the London Christmas tree service that delivers. 

Pine and Needles

Starting at just £16.95 to get the tree delivered, this company offers a pickup or delivery service. 

Plus it even supplied Prince Harry and Meghan Markle with their Christmas tree back in 2016.