CAN you feel it?

The Force is strong in Warrington – and to prove it the town has been chosen as one of the select locations for the exclusive launch of the long-awaited new Star Wars merchandise.

Toys R Us in Europa Boulevard is one of only five stores in the country to be hosting a midnight opening for Force Friday.

Queues of Star Wars fans are expected tonight, Thursday, before the shop opens its doors at 12.01am when the toys and collectors' items are revealed for the first time.

The line of merchandise is to tie in with the new Star Wars film, The Force Awakens, which is in cinemas on December 18.

The first 75 people through the doors will also receive a limited edition poster and T-shirt.