Christmas tree business On Cloud Pine returns to Kirkcaldy for festive season

On Cloud Pine will sell sustainably sourced, premium grade Christmas trees from the Buffalo Farm, Boglily Farm Steading, from Thursday, November 27.

The company was created in 2020 by John Wilkie, who was born and raised in the Lang Toun.

He launched it after working as a project manager for Christmas tree companies in London while building a career as a stage director in the performing arts sector.

He is an opera director now working at the likes of New Zealand Opera, The Royal Opera House, and Scottish Opera. Like many working in the performing arts, he needed an extra source of income whilst building this career.

Mr Wilkie said: “I always look forward to helping the people of Fife choose their perfect Christmas tree each festive season -there’s always great banter!

“I am fortunate to have built a loyal customer base over the years and look forward to seeing some familiar faces. This year, we’re delighted to be based at The Buffalo Farm. It’s a lovely spot to bring the family for some festive fun before picking out your tree. “

It is his second year at the Buffalo Farm - last year he also operated out of the Town Square in Kirkcaldy.

On Cloud Pine has been part of the town’s festive commercial scene for the last few years and has donated trees to people in challenging circumstances, and local charities, raised funds for Kirkcaldy Foodbank, supplied trees to Growing Kirkcaldy for community planting projects, and pledged support to Greener Kirkcaldy initiatives.

Unsold stock - sustainably harvested Christmas trees, sourced and delivered direct from plantations in Fife and the Highlands - is used to feed farm animals or is mulched for local playgrounds and public gardens.

The business opens on Friday, November 27, running until Sunday, December 20.