There are so many specialty vendors and craftspeople within the local area to help bring the festive spirit to life. So prepare for a fabulous Christmas and support local businesses at the same time.
Bring home the smell of Christmas
Nothing says Christmas like the smell of a fresh Christmas tree radiating throughout the house. Local farm Top Forty Orchard has become an institution in the south west, offering affordable, high quality trees close to home. You can also pick up some freshly grown fruit and veges while you’re there.
Top Forty Orchard, 1755 Burragorang Road Oakdale
Make a budget
It comes as no surprise that Christmas comes with a price tag, and by putting away a bit of money each week it will be much easier on the hip pocket than forking out a big lump sum in mid to late December.
Deck the halls (on a budget)
The possibilities of Christmas decorations are endless, with new designs and inspirations always coming to the surface. There are boundless shopping options within the area, with options to buy everything from Christmas trees to ornaments, inflatables to nativity sets.
Christmas World, 22B Blaxland Road, Campbelltown
Christmas Warehouse, 4 Blaxland Road Campbelltown
Roni’s Christmas Outlet, Kellicar Road Campbelltown
Shine in the kitchen
While Aussie Christmases tend to be more casual than the traditional affairs of the northern hemisphere, there is still a place for some typical Christmas fare on the table. Scrub up on all things Christmas with some cookbooks from those in the know. Try Delia Smith’s Christmas, Nigella Christmas: Food, Family, Friends, Festivities or Jamie Oliver’s Christmas Cookbook as great places to start.
Collins Booksellers, 130 Argyle Street, Camden
Harry Hartog, Narellan Town Centre
Eat like royalty
The best way to enjoy Christmas is through your stomach, and the quality of your dishes hinges on the very best produce. With a range of local markets just a stone’s throw away, fresh fruit and vegetables can be acquired with minimal fuss and minimal distance travelled.
Camden Produce Market, Camden Town Farm, 40 Exeter Street, Camden
See the man in red
Santa and his helpers can be seen right around Macarthur in the lead up to Christmas. Keep the tradition going by taking your children to share their wish lists and snap the all-important photo.
Narellan Town Centre
Harrington Plaza
Oran Park Podium
Mount Annan Central Shopping Centre
Macarthur Square
