A GLASGOW toy store is preparing for an invasion of stormtroopers.

Hamleys, in St Enoch Centre, will be taken over by Stars Wars characters this bank holiday weekend to mark an international celebration of the film franchise.

Stars Wars fanatics of all ages are invited to the free event on Saturday and Sunday, where they can meet their favourite characters including Darth Vader and R2-D2, and take part in a weapon workshop to learn how to master the art of the 'blasters'.

Marketing manager Grant Yuill said: "At Hamleys, we love all things to do with Star Wars and we're looking forward to celebrating the force this May weekend with lots of other Star Wars fans."