As the Christmas season draws near and mornings and evenings grow darker, one of Santa’s trusted elves has teamed up with leading developer Barratt Homes to promote ‘elf’ and safety during the school holidays.

While students may be on holiday, Barratt Homes' construction teams will continue working on new housing developments across Warwickshire. To keep children in nearby areas safe, it's crucial they remember to steer clear of building sites.

In fact, Santa himself has entrusted one of his elves to step away from the workshop and visit Barratt Homes' sites in Rugby and Upper Lighthorne. Like every visitor, the elf is equipped with a hi-vis vest and hard hat to set a good example and encourage children to stay on Santa's nice list by keeping safe and steering clear of construction areas.

Adrian Evans, Managing Director at Barratt Homes West Midlands, said: “Children are naturally curious and love to explore, so when they are out playing in the local area, it’s essential we remind them to play responsibly and avoid construction sites.

SGB_2362 Barratt Homes - The site team with the elf, who are promoting staying safe on site

“Building sites can be hazardous, so with Santa’s little helper on board, we're hoping to encourage everyone in our communities to prioritise their 'elf’ and safety this Christmas.”

Barratt Homes often organises site visits and safety talks throughout the year for schools near its developments, aiming to promote site safety and raise awareness about the dangers of playing on or near construction sites.

For details about any developments in the area, visit the website at Barratt Homes in Warwickshire.

Warwickshire homebuilder teams up with Santa’s helper to promote ‘elf’ and safety this Christmas