STORMTROOPERS will march into St Helens town centre on Sunday, December 6 as part of a special Star Wars Day event.

The event is ahead of  Star Wars: Episode VII - The Force Awakens set to hit the big screen on Thursday, December 17 and organisers hope the buzz surrounding the release will boost Christmas shopping in the town centre.

Courtesy of Star Wars based Costume Group, 99th Garrison, the Stormtroopers, accompanied by a Shadow and Sand trooper will roam around Church Square on Sunday, December 6 from 11am to 3pm where you will be able to have your picture taken with Darth Vader’s soldiers.