If you've been looking forward to the grand opening of Geek Retreat in Stevenage, then you'll have to wait a little longer.

The highly-anticipated shop was due to open on May 28 but it has been pushed back to allow more time to make it ready for visitors.

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Owners, Dan Sullivan and Kim Stevenson want Geek Retreat to be "perfect" for visitors instead of rushing to open this weekend.

They said: "We've taken the difficult decision to postpone our grand opening weekend to Saturday, June 18.

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"We want Geek Retreat Stevenage to be perfect from the get-go and there are a few bits that just won't be there for the current date."

The grand opening promises to be a spectacular event with free milkshakes up for grabs for those who attend in cosplay.

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The couple said: "We hope you can use the extra time to work on your amazing cosplays, ready for our new opening date."