Festive foliage and flower arrangements from local florists.
As the festive season is upon us and decorations are slowly emerging from their storage, it’s the time of year to add something a little extra to your home. Flowers and foliage are a great addition to any table setting, mantlepiece or porch. They light up any space. Here is a round-up of beautiful arrangements you can get from local florists.
All shops listed are in Tyne and Wear and accessible by Metro, so that you can support local businesses over the festive period.
- Butterflies and Blooms Florist Gateshead
Are you looking to spread the festive cheer? Butterflies and Blooms have crafted a lovely Christmas arrangement. This Gateshead florists adds in an extra sparkle of ribbons alongside their florals. The arrangement not only features a deep red roses with season foliage, but you also get a tall gold candle to go with them! This is a great deal as a gift to loved ones this season.
The closest Metro station is Gateshead stadium.
- Bou-Kays Flowers Newcastle
If you are not quite ready to let go of the Autumnal colours and want something that adds a spot of colour into your room over the run-up to Christmas. Bou-Kays Flowers in Ponteland have an Autumnal Florists Choice hand tie. Let your florist create a gorgeous arrangement with seasonal foliage and gift wrap that make the flowers look extra special.
The closest Metro station is Airport.
- Bethany’s Florist Sunderland
A staple of a festive home is a door wreath. For passer-by's, guests and family it gives the outside of your home something extra special. Bethany’s flowers in Sunderland have a wide range of fresh and faux wreaths to choose from. These beautiful wreaths are made using a combination of fresh and dried natural materials. All of their fresh wreaths are expertly hand-made at their workshop.
The closest Metro station is Millfield.
Flowers from Charlotte, North Shields
If you are looking for something unique to add to your porch, Flowers from Charlotte in North Shields have some spectacular creative choices. You can get a floral Christmas snowman arrangement that combines traditional elements with the festive cheer. This creates a fun and eye-catching display.
The closest Metro station is Meadow Well.
- Flowers of Enchantment, South Shields
Flowers of Enchantment have a wide range of amazing Christmas arrangements, featuring festive green foliage and gorgeous reds. If you are looking for the perfect table arrangement to sit as a centrepiece at your Christmas dinner, look no further than Flowers of Enchantment. For £30, you can get the arrangement that features a candle stood in the middle. Choose a more classic look with pinecones and fresh foliage or spruce it up with vibrant golds.
The closest Metro station to the florists is Tyne Dock.
- Katherines Florist, Newcastle City Centre
Katherine’s Florists have created the perfect gift for all those who need an added sparkle this Christmas. In their Gosforth store they have created a DIY wreath bar. This includes all everything you need to make your own wreath or garland. There is also DIY instructions included, so you are completely set up! The most gorgeous personalisation for your own front door.
The closest Metro station South Gosforth or Regent Centre for the Gosforth shop. Katherine's Florist have a second store in Newcastle city centre, the closest Metro station would be Haymarket.
- Cornflower Blue, Whitley Bay
Light up the room, with this gold and red table arrangement from Cornflower Blue Floral Design. The ‘Yuletide Gold’ arrangement features chunky gold candles and festive scented foliage. It is also displayed in a ceramic pot, perfect to sit in the middle of the table. The standard price is £35 however if you do have a little more in the Christmas budget this year you can go large for an extra £10.
The closest Metro station is Whitley Bay.
- The Flower Folk, West Jesmond
If you are looking for a DIY fresh floral arrangement, then look no further than The Flower Folks Christmas wreath making kit. The basic small package, priced at £32.50, includes a fresh bundle of foliage as well as a step-by-step guide and web link to access an online video to help you build your wreath. You can upgrade your kit in size or add a ribbon for additional charges. There’s really nothing more satisfying than creating your own decorations for the festive season, and this activity is a great way, alone or with friends, to get into the Christmas spirit.
The closest Metro station to the florists is West Jesmond.