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Christmas tree arrives in Trafalgar Square

Summary by Ground News

This year marks the 75th anniversary of a spruce tree being erected in Trafalgar Square. Norway sends the tree every year to thank Britain for its support during World War II. The tree has not always inspired excitement among Londoners, however. The spruce that arrived in 2019 received criticism for looking "anaemic" and "droopy"

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Christmas tree arrives in Trafalgar Square

A spruce tree sent to Britain from Norway has been put up in Trafalgar Square every year since 1947.

1 year ago·United Kingdom

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Daily Express

'Pathetic' Trafalgar Square Christmas tree from Norway sparks backlash

Trafalgar Square's Christmas tree was mocked online by hundreds who claimed it was "pathetic looking".

1 year ago·United Kingdom

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Daily Star

Trafalgar Square tree mocked as Britons compare Christmas horror to 'smear test'

The massive spruce is donated to the UK from Norway as a thank you gift every year for London's main Christmas tree - but it has become a source of yearly ridicule

1 year ago·United Kingdom

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