From Friday 1 December until Sunday 24 December, the enormous 15 ft tall The Elf on the Shelf, wearing the iconic red suit and hat with white trim, white collar and mittens, appeared atop several of the city’s buildings. From some of the city’s highest vantage points, The Elf on the Shelf was the perfect early present to kids throughout Bristol, who were be delighted to spot the elf in a larger-than-life game of hide and seek.

With daily clues as to the elf’s exact location shared on the Redcliffe & Temple BID’s social media channels, fans were able to witness some classic Scout Elf fun as the elf unravelled toilet rolls or ate some festive treats. Those lucky enough to glimpse the first sighting of the Scout Elf helper on Friday 1 December had the opportunity to catch Love Bristol gift cards at the first location.