SCI-FI and comic fans read on.....

A new shop in Cleckheaton gives enthusiasts the opportunity to unleash your 'inner geek' by offering a range of figures statues and merchandise from comic books, TV, film and Anime.

Clecktibles was set up online four years ago and now owner, Stuart Russell, is opening a shop in Northgate on Saturday June 22 where collectors and enthusiasts can get their hands on some of the latest sought-after merchandise including Funko POP! vinyls and more.

Sci-fi and comic fan, Stuart, decided it was time to open a base in the town his business was christened after.

“I’ve been a massive sci-fi and comic fan for years, so you could say this is a bit of a labour of love for me – loving what I sell and selling what I love!” said the 48-year-old.

He explains events such as comic conventions are springing up all over the country – both big and small – attracting huge crowds who flock to snap up branded merchandise, meet stars of film and TV and dress up as their favourite characters.

Stuart added: “I have been trading at conventions for years and certainly noticed that more and more people are getting interested in sci-fi and comic-based films and TV shows. It really is a community.

"A lot of this has to do with the success of the superhero films being produced by comic book companies like Marvel and DC and a new generation discovering Star Wars since the new films came out.”

Clecktibles still offers its range online and at conventions up and down the country, but the Northgate shop is open for people to come and look at what’s on offer close-up and invest in a piece of comic book or sci-fi history.

To find out more visit clecktibles.co.uk or join the Facebook page at facebook.com/Clecktibles.