An event which has previously seen beloved Star Wars actors and pilgrimaging science fiction fans attend will be returning to a shopping centre.

The Return of the Legends Comic Con Weekender will take place at Stonham Barns, near Stowmarket, from Friday, August 2 to Sunday, August 4.

The event will feature characters from Star Wars, Ghostbusters, Power Rangers and many other fan favourites. 

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Last year multiple actors from Star Wars attended the event including Frank Harper, Daniel Eghan, Martin Ballantyne, Eileen Roberts, Ty Hurley, Doug Grant, David Stone and Nathan Pegler.

Josh Forward, from Stonham Barns Park Events, said: "It is going to be awesome to see these larger-than-life TV and film characters mingling with the public again this year."

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He added: "Children will not believe what they are seeing as they so closely resemble the actual characters from the various franchises.  Such care and attention go into the organisation of events put on by Vaders Raiders that we know it will be a huge success.

"Other costume groups from around the UK will be attending and the phenomenon is so big that the event is attracting interest from visitors – not only from around the UK – but others from around the globe!"

Jason Buxton of Vaders Raiders, who will be providing costumes and props for the event, said: "This will be a major event for the region, and we are very much looking forward to it."

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He added: "We will be channelling some fantasy film vibes – with the focus on bringing TV and games characters to life - plus there will be costume contests, merchandise on sale, photo opportunities and celebrity guests."

Last year, proceeds were given to East Anglia's Children's Hospices and this year the event will be in support of Combat2Coffee, based in Ipswich.