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GSPCA has started selling Christmas trees after partnering up with a local grower.
The Blue Spruce trees have gone on sale this week to raise funds for the animal charity.
The GSPCA has worked in partnership with a local entrepreneur, Henry Browne, to produce Guernsey grown festive trees, which can be viewed still fresh and in the ground.
“Blue Spruces have an exceptionally low ‘needle drop’ and will last well throughout the festive period," said GSPCA Community & Training Officer Tim Pellett.
"As all trees are locally grown, the carbon footprint is reduced, supply chain and logistics minimised, your money will be returning into the local economy and it is aimed to plant new sapling trees to offset the uproot to ensure a sustainable and healthy future for all.”
Trees are available to view and buy on weekdays between 13:30 and 16:00.
Pictured: A decorated tree from the field has been put on display and is situated at the entrance to AJ Troalics and Sons.
“The seasonal trees are in privately owned field, as you drive through the traffic lights by Oatlands Village, heading towards St. Sampson’s; the large open field is a few hundred yards along on the right opposite Braye du Valle House," said Mr Pellett.
"You are advised to park at the rear of AJ Troalics and walk from there due to the risk of damage to your vehicle and the soft ground. We will signpost the field so you can clearly see it and GSPCA team members will be on hand to help. Once cut to order, your tree will be netted for you ready for your collection."
Payments for trees can be made by contacting the GSPCA on 257261, while a small team of GSPCA staff and the Social Security Back to Work, ‘Work2Benefit’ scheme, will be on hand to help with loading tree collections into your vehicle. Trees can also be delivered for a fee.
The money raised will go to helping animals in Guernsey, while a percentage will go towards replanting new saplings.
The trees range in price from £29.99 for 5-5 feet trees to £99.99 for 10-12 feet.
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