Customers who turn up wearing a Gareth Southgate-style waistcoat can have free bowling during the first weekend of the Euros. 

To celebrate England's first matches in the European football tournament, Hollywood Bowl Oxford is offering free bowling to anyone sporting team manager Mr Southgate's signature style on Saturday, June 15 and Sunday, June 16.

All walk-in waistcoat wearers at the centre at Ozone Leisure Park, Grenoble Road, will bowl for free.

And pre-booked customers who wear a waistcoat on the day will get a VIP upgrade (subject to availability), or a voucher for a free game in the future.

Southgate's signature sharp suit and buttoned-up combo led to a surge in waistcoat sales during the World Cup and has become a symbol of national pride, said Hollywood Bowl.

Liz Penney, head of marketing at Hollywood Bowl, said: “The excitement is building for the nation as hopes are high for the England squad to bring it home this year.

"We wanted to create a special experience that brings families together and adds to the excitement.

"By offering free bowling to waistcoat-wearing families, we're not only celebrating our national team's journey but also encouraging families to create lasting memories together.”

You can wear your own shoes to bowl in and customers are encouraged to visit the Hollywood Bowl website www.hollywoodbowl.co.uk to pre-book your visit.