THE GEEK Events’ Salisbury Comic-Con will be bringing a host of colourful characters to City Hall on Saturday.

The event is aimed at lovers of science fiction, fantasy and comic books, giving them an opportunity to meet people with their shared interest.

There will be several guests at the Comic Con including Chris Barrie and Norman Lovett of the long running sitcom Red Dwarf. Other guests will come from Star Wars, Harry Potter and Doctor Who.

Attendees are encouraged to dress up as their favourite movie and TV characters, for which there will be a competition with a £50 cash prize for the best costume.

Other activities featured at the show will include a retro video-gaming zone, movie and TV merchandise sales and photo opportunities with characters from Marvel, Star Wars and Doctor Who.

Tickets can be purchased in advance for £6 for adults and teenagers, £4 for age 12 and under and free admission for age five and under. For tickets go to skiddle.com/e/13123039

They can be bought on the door