WELL he certainly wouldn’t miss that!

Chill Factore has approached Trafford Council to propose installing a 180m x 30m Santa Stop sign on its roof to herald the arrival of Santa Claus to his Grotto at Chill Factore each year.

“We think the size and incline of our sloping roof would make the perfect runway for Mr Claus to land his sleigh,” Morwenna Angove, CEO at Chill Factore, said. “Installing a giant Santa Stop sign would create an amazing spectacle to spread festive cheer and welcome Santa to his Grotto each year and be clearly visible to passing sleighs, reindeer and elves.”

Councillor Sean Anstee, Leader of Trafford Council, adds: “The Trafford Council Planning team are pleased to work alongside Santa Claus and the Chill Factore to help Santa arrive safely in Trafford. We understand that this time of year is extremely busy for Mr Claus, and our staff are working around the clock to ensure the structure gets approved (and that they don’t end up on the naughty list).

“We would like to remind Mr Claus that all reindeers, even magical ones, are subject to special Elf and Safety regulations, and invite him to join us at the Terrace at Trafford Town Hall for a mince pie and carrot to discuss.”

For more information, please visit chillfactore.com.