Quick verdict: The Christow Pre-Lit Flocked Verbier Fir Christmas Tree is an 8ft artificial tree priced at £299.99, currently discounted to £249.99, built with dual colour LED lights, snow flocked branches, and a sturdy metal stand. It is a strong choice if you want a realistic, full sized tree with built in lighting and do not want to deal with separate light strings each year, but it is not the right buy if you need something smaller for a compact space or want a plain green tree without the flocked snow effect.
Christow Pre-Lit Verbier Fir Christmas Tree, 8ft
A large pre lit flocked Christmas tree with 500 built in LEDs, 11 light modes, and a timer, built as a full sized centrepiece for bigger rooms.
- 500 built in LEDs with 11 light modes
- Built in 6 hour auto timer
- Heavy duty metal stand for stability
This review is based on the manufacturer’s published specifications and listing details rather than hands on testing, so treat the practical notes below as reasoned expectations based on the product details available, not a first hand account of setting it up and using it over a full season.
Who This Christmas Tree Is Actually For
Buy this if you want a large, full sized 8ft tree as a centrepiece, you prefer a pre-lit tree so you are not untangling or threading light strings every year, you like the flocked snowy look rather than a plain green tree, or you want multi colour and warm white lighting options in one tree rather than buying separate sets.
Skip this if your space cannot accommodate an 8ft tree with a 7.9ft diameter at full spread, you want a plain unflocked tree, or you are looking for a budget option under £150.
Full Specifications
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Brand | Christow |
| Height | 8ft (240cm) |
| Diameter | 7.9ft (240cm) |
| Dimensions | 2.4D x 2.4W x 2.4H metres |
| Weight | 16.8kg |
| Material | Plastic (PE and PVC tips) |
| Tree type | Flocked, snowy finish |
| Lighting | 500 built in LEDs, dual colour, warm white to multi colour |
| Light modes | 11 modes including twinkling, flash, slow fade, colour changing |
| Power | Mains powered, UK plug, IP44 rated |
| Timer | Built in, 5m cable, 6 hour auto on/off |
| Base | Heavy duty green metal stand with eyebolts |
| Colour option | 8ft Snowy Fir |
| Price | £299.99, discounted to £249.99 |
Build and Construction
The tree uses a hinged branch construction, meaning the branches are pre-attached to the poles in sections rather than needing to be individually inserted, which Christow states makes assembly faster. Once the poles are slotted together, the branches are designed to be fluffed up by hand to create a fuller, more natural shape rather than arriving pre-shaped. This hinged design is a genuinely common feature in higher end artificial trees because it reduces both assembly time and the risk of losing individual branches between seasons, compared to older style trees where every branch is a separate piece.
The tips are made from a mix of PE and PVC materials, a combination widely used in artificial trees to balance realistic texture against overall cost, since PE tips tend to look more lifelike but cost more to produce at scale than PVC alone.
Lighting System
With 500 built in LEDs offering both warm white and multi colour options, the tree is designed to skip the separate purchase and setup of light strings entirely. The 11 included light modes, covering twinkling, flash, slow fade, and colour changing effects, give a reasonable range of festive styles without needing additional smart lighting equipment.
A particularly practical detail here is the built in timer. Rather than requiring the tree to be manually switched on and off every day, it is designed to be set once and then automatically switch off after 6 hours, reducing both electricity use and the risk of forgetting to turn it off overnight. The tree is mains powered through a UK plug and rated IP44, which indicates a basic level of protection against dust and splashing water, relevant if the tree is being used anywhere near an entrance where it might be exposed to a bit of moisture, though it is still intended for indoor or covered use rather than fully outdoor exposure.
Size and Practical Considerations
At 8ft tall with a diameter of 7.9ft at full spread, this is a genuinely large tree, closer to the scale used in larger living rooms, hallways with high ceilings, or commercial and retail spaces than a small flat. The weight of 16.8kg reflects the full metal stand and dense branch construction needed to support a tree of this height without toppling, so buyers should check ceiling height and floor space carefully before ordering, since a tree this size is a meaningful investment in both cost and storage space for the rest of the year.
The Flocked Snow Effect
The flocked finish is designed to mimic a light dusting of snow across the branches, which is a distinctly different look from a standard plain green artificial tree. This is largely a matter of personal taste, but it is worth noting before buying since flocked trees generally photograph and display very differently to a traditional green tree, and the effect cannot be removed if you later decide you prefer a plain look.
Price and Value in the UK Market
At £249.99 after the current discount from an RRP of £299.99, this tree sits in the mid to premium range for pre-lit artificial Christmas trees. For context, the combination of an 8ft height, 500 built in LEDs, multiple light modes, and a flocked finish would typically require buying a plain tree and a separate set of lights individually at a lower end price point, so the built in lighting goes some way toward justifying the higher upfront cost compared to a basic unlit tree of similar size.
Pros and Cons
Pros
Large 8ft size suitable as a genuine room centrepiece. 500 built in LEDs with 11 light modes removes the need for separate light strings. Built in 6 hour timer adds convenience and reduces manual switching. Hinged branch construction speeds up assembly compared to fully loose branch trees. Heavy duty metal stand designed for stability at this height.
Cons
Premium price compared to plain, unlit trees of similar height. Large footprint at 7.9ft diameter requires genuinely spacious rooms. Flocked snow finish is a fixed stylistic choice that cannot be reversed if preferences change. At 16.8kg, storage and handling between seasons requires more effort than a smaller or lighter tree.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Christow Verbier Fir tree come pre-lit?
Yes. It includes 500 built in LEDs offering both warm white and multi colour settings across 11 light modes, so no separate light strings are needed.
How tall is this Christmas tree?
It stands at 8ft (240cm) with a diameter of 7.9ft (240cm) at full spread, making it a large tree suited to spacious rooms or hallways with higher ceilings.
Does the tree have a timer for the lights?
Yes. It includes a built in timer with a 5 metre cable, allowing the lights to be set to automatically switch off after 6 hours rather than needing to be turned off manually each night.
Is this tree suitable for a small room?
Given its 7.9ft diameter at full spread, this tree is better suited to larger rooms or hallways. A smaller space may struggle to accommodate the tree’s full branch spread comfortably.
What does a flocked Christmas tree mean?
Flocked refers to a snow effect finish applied across the branches, designed to mimic a light dusting of snow, as opposed to a plain green tree with no snow styling.
Final Verdict
The Christow Pre-Lit Flocked Verbier Fir Christmas Tree is built for buyers who want a large, ready to display tree without the extra step of adding separate lighting. The built in timer and multiple light modes add genuine day to day convenience, and the flocked finish offers a distinct look compared to a standard green tree, though the size and price mean this is best suited to larger spaces and buyers who are not working to a tight budget.