STAR WARS fans will be able to feel the force when Darth Vader visits the Bluewater shopping centre.

Darth and his Storm Troopers will be appearing at the John Lewis store throughout the day on November 22 to meet and greet shoppers.

This is part of a series of Christmas events at the shop, including local school choirs singing in store each morning of the week commencing December 8th.

A John Lewis Bluewater spokesman says the fun events will mean Darth does not have to use his Jedi mind control powers to ensure everyone has a good time.

The spokesman said: “The events in store will be fun for all the family and a great way to build up to Christmas.”