Santa spotted on summer holiday – and he’s brought a gift for Chamber members

Santa has been seen on his summer holidays at one of Coventry and Warwickshire’s most popular hotels – and has brought with him an early Christmas present for Chamber members.

Coombe Abbey Hotel is already getting into the festive spirit after welcoming Father Christmas back to the 13th century venue on a well-earned break before he returns to entertain guests throughout the festive period.

And to mark the countdown to Christmas parties and dinners for businesses across Coventry and Warwickshire, he has brought with him a 10 per cent discount on all Christmas bookings for Chamber members – from Festive Afternoon Tea with Carols to medieval banquets and private dining.

Paul Sharp, who will also host “Storytelling with Father Christmas” at St Mary’s Guildhall in Coventry city centre as well as visiting

Coombe Abbey every week from the end of November this year, has raised thousands for charity over the last five years in his festive role.

He will once again be visiting wards and attending Christmas events at Zoe’s Place Baby Hospice, as well as heading to Welford Christmas Tree Farm, where he helps to raise money for Multiple Sclerosis charity, MS Society.

Paul is also helping to raise money for Birmingham Children’s Hospital this year, and said he is looking forward to celebrating the festive season with families across the region.

He said: “It’s brilliant to have the opportunity to work alongside some fantastic institutions and venues in my role as Father Christmas.

“It was brilliant to come back to Coombe Abbey in the summer and try out some of the activities and explore, which I never normally get to do during the Christmas period.

“The hotel is such a wonderful place to celebrate the festive season and I’ve had some lovely interactions with families there over the years, and I’m looking forward to returning once again.”

Visit www.coombeabbey.com/ christmas-2024 for information.