Anderson takes to the oche at Selco Cheltenham

Gary Anderson (Simon O'Connor/PDC)

Darts fans will have the chance to test their skills against Scottish legend Gary Anderson when he makes a special appearance at a Cheltenham builders merchant next week.

Two-time World Champion Anderson will appear at the Cheltenham branch of Selco Builders Warehouse on Runnings Road on Tuesday, October 17, between 9.30am and 11am.

Anderson claimed the World Championship title in 2015 and 2016 and remains one of the most popular figures in the sport – having also won the Premier League twice, the World Cup and World Matchplay during a glittering career.

Darts fans will be given the chance to meet ‘The Flying Scotsman’ and go head-to-head with him in special nine-dart challenges, with prizes up for grabs including tickets for a PDC event.

Anderson said: “It’s always great to get out and meet the fans and I’m looking forward to having some fun at Selco Cheltenham on Tuesday.

“It’s a very busy time in the darting calendar between now and the end of the year, so it will be a useful bit of extra practice for me too.”

Selco Builders Warehouse is an official partner of the Professional Darts Corporation (PDC) and Alison Wong, head of communications and sustainability at Selco, said: “There is a real buzz about our Cheltenham branch ahead of Gary’s appearance.

“We have been fortunate to welcome some of the biggest and most popular names in the sport to our branches over the last few years and Gary certainly fits into that category.

“There is no need for people planning to attend to book a place. Just come to the branch between 9.30am and 11am on Tuesday morning and enjoy the chance to not only meet Gary but also take him on in a darting challenge.”

With hundreds of trade brands always in stock, Selco’s 75 UK branches are firmly focused on helping tradespeople complete their jobs as quickly and effectively as possible.

As well as offering trade services, Selco also has a strong digital presence including Click & Deliver and Click & Collect services and a new app - as well as a ‘Dial & Deliver’ telephone service - to make life as convenient as possible for tradespeople.

For more information on Selco, visit www.selcobw.com