IT'S NEARLY time to put up your Christmas tree up... so we asked our readers where they think is the best time to get the main centrepiece.

There is something special about buying a real tree- especially when you buy it from a local business.

Here are the best places in the Tyne Valley to buy your own Christmas tree, according to readers of the Courant.

Here is what they said.

Down To Earth garden centre -Tyne Mills Industrial Estate, Hexham

This was suggested by a resident under the name of Makem Fasteur 

Arthur MCGEE DIY - Front Street Prudhoe

Kerry Hodgson said: "Without a doubt - fantastic every year!"

Blackaburn Christmas Tree Farm -in Wark

Wendy Brady nominated this business without hesitation.

Northumberland Christmas Trees - in Hexham

Kerry Scott made sure to comment her favourite place to get a Christmas tree.

Tina’s Trees - at Tyne Green in Hexham

Haley Stokoe said: "It's great from December 1."

Mole Country Stores - in Hexham

Gemma Ogle and Chris Turner suggested the popular branch store in Tynedale.

Harlings Garden Centre - Bridge End in Hexham

John Howdon said "Fantastic choice".

Other mentions were - Roman Wall Christmas Trees, Broomhall Christmas Trees and Swallowship