Every December, Christmas traditions take over London – whether you’re in the mood for disappointing light switch-ons, stress-inducing shopping centre trips or Instagram-worthy ice rinks.
Another Christmas tradition is that of the Trafalgar Square Christmas tree. Since 1947, the people of Oslo have gifted London with a Norwegian spruce tree as a thank-you for Britain’s support during WWII. It’s a thoughtful gesture, but each year the tree provides Londoners with some light comic relief thanks to its appearance.
