The Grand Arcade mall at St David’s shopping centre in Cardiff is to be renamed Nessa’s Grand Arcade this month, ahead of the return of BBC comedy Gavin and Stacey.

The new name will be unveiled on 21 December, alongside a pop-up amusement venue designed to resemble the Barry Island arcade “Nessa’s Slots.”

“For one day only, St David’s will welcome Nessa’s famous seaside amusement arcade, complete with free play-to-win claw machines and a very special guest – TV impersonator ‘Knock off Nessa’ will be on site greeting fans with plenty of laughs,” reported Wales 24/7.

“More than 2,000 prizes are being given away from the prize-every-time grabbers, each uniquely inspired by Gavin and Stacey. Guests can expect to win everything from classic Nessa Christmas gifts such as single taps and individual Celebrations chocolates, to Gwen’s omelette maker and Welsh fishing trip books.”   

Speaking ahead of the launch, St David’s centre director Helen Morgan said “Gavin and Stacey is an absolutely iconic show, especially here in Wales, and we couldn’t let the last-ever episode pass by without a fanfare.”

“We hope fans will love Nessa’s Grand Arcade with its brilliant prizes and have a lush time with us commemorating the show’s finale.”