Harrogate fire crews 'rescue' elf from hotel
It was part of a training exercise at the Yorkshire Hotel.
Last updated 11th Dec 2020
Harrogate fire crews have 'rescued' at Elf from the Yorkshire Hotel!
North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue say it was part of a training exercise.
The 4m (12ft) model is part of Harrogate Business Improvement District’s (BID) festive campaign to bring people into the heart of the town’s retail centre during the run up to Christmas.
The BID say Harry the Harrogate Elf will be appearing at various town centre locations over nine days - including shop windows and outdoor locations.
Plenty of clues to his daily whereabouts will be posted on Harrogate BID’s social media channels, using the hashtag #HarrogateElf .
Sara Ferguson, Harrogate BID Acting Chair, said: “We hope Harry the Harrogate ELF will bring masses of Christmas cheer to Harrogate and put the smiles back on many faces, both young and old.
“We always wanted to do something spectacular this December, but Covid made planning especially tricky. On a number of different occasions, we were even contemplating ‘shelving this elf’ until Christmas 2021.
“However, we persevered, and I’m delighted to say Harry the Harrogate Elf’s first adventure has been unveiled today. I’d like to thank all the town centre businesses who have agreed to partner us in these events, and for keeping it under wraps!
“We want as many people to come and see Harry on his adventures, and because these will be taking place over nine days, there is no need to rush to see him during the first weekend. Clearly social distancing needs to be observed at all times, and we politely ask all those who come to see him to respect the measures in place.”