A CHRISTMAS video showcasing the playful side of staff at a North East five-star resort has attracted over 40,000 views in 24-hours.

The four-minute online video shows staff at Rockliffe Hall in Hurworth near Darlington dance along to a medley of pop songs.

Santa joins staff in the foyer and even the outdoor groundsmen get involved in the festive fun by twirling round in their sit-on lawnmowers.

A spokeswoman for Rockliffe said the video was “just a bit of fun” and staff were surprised with the combined amount of people who have viewed it by following links across social media sites Facebook, Twitter and Youtube.

The video can be seen at www.rockliffehall.com/christmas-video-2013.aspx