SHOPPERS will be taken back half a century when they call at Naafi Financial, in Catterick Garrison, tomorrow.

The Darlington Building Society is launching an agency at the Shute Road premises and has invited Garrison Radio presenter Chris Marsden to host an open day between 10am and 3pm. The 1950s theme was chosen because interest rates are the lowest for 50 years.

"We are all looking forward to having a good time on the day,'' said Darlington Building Society general manager, David Blair. "There will be sweets and balloons for the children and parents will have the chance to win a £50 prize with Garrison Radio providing a noisy backdrop.'