FREE bingo and goody bags will be available when Buzz Bingo opens on Warrington on Thursday.

Gala Bingo, at Cockhedge Shopping Centre, is changing its name as part of a national rebrand.

A launch week included free bingo, Buzz lollipops, goody bags and more.

And residents are invited to a launch party on Saturday with free drinks and a £1,000 mega prize draw.

The ribbon will be cut by three members of the same bingo loving family.

Grandfather Bill, daughter Linda and granddaughter Helen McBreen are all regular customers known by Buzz Bingo staff.

Mum Linda first started playing bingo in 1992 and her family have all since become big bingo fans.

Simon Shaw, Buzz Bingo, said: “When we asked our customers and colleagues to name a single word to describe their bingo experience, the word ‘Buzz’ came up time and time again, so we named our clubs after that feeling.

“We pride ourselves on our community spirit and our friendly and supportive team is buzzing about being part of your next fun day or night out with friends and family.”

The Saturday night launch party starts at 7pm, with ribbon cutting at 7.30pm.