A TINY ‘Nice Cream Van’ is set to delight intu Braehead shoppers by giving away free ice cream.

The world’s smallest ice cream van was unveiled as part of intu’s pledge to make customers smile following new research that eating the frozen treat makes people happier.

It measures just 47 inches long and 39 inches high with a maximum speed of 12mph.

The van has set off on a nationwide tour of 14 intu shopping centres to surprise and delight shoppers around the country, and will pay a visit to intu Braehead on Thursday, August 3.

The tour of the tiny van follows research revealing that eating ice cream is one of the top 20 things that make Scots happiest in the summer.

Others on the list include walking barefoot in the grass, taking a trip to the beach, having a BBQ, going on holiday and shopping for your summer wardrobe.

Marketing manager at intu Braehead, Christine Macdonald said: “We’re delighted to have created what we believe is the world’s smallest ice cream van, but the real win will be seeing the smiles it puts on people’s faces at intu shopping centres around the country for those lucky enough to get free ice cream.

“We work really hard to create experiences that will surprise and delight our customers and make each individual shopping trip a happier, more memorable one.

“At intu we have something for everyone and whether you’re someone who loves to shop or a bit more of a last minute panic shopper, we aim to ensure you leave happier than when you arrived.”