The ace of space is coming to Chester this Saturday as Comic Con Mania will be docking at the racecourse.

Fan convention operators Monopoly Events have confirmed there will be special guests at the event, which runs from 11am-4pm.

Red Dwarf fans are in for a treat as Chris Barrie, who plays Rimmer (and alternate universe persona Ace), will be appearing at Comic Con Mania Chester, joined by Hattie Hayridge, best known as ship computer Holly on the long-running sci-fi comedy. The show is rumoured to be making a return in 2025.

Also in attendance will be Star Wars actors Mike Quinn and Keith De'Winter.

Comic Con Mania Chester will feature a Cosplay competition and parade, retro and current gaming, a selection of traders and set builds and props from TV series and movies.

Tickets for the family-friendly event are on sale at www.comconmania.co.uk priced £10 for adults and £5 for children aged five to 15, with toddlers free. Family tickets are also available. Booking fees may apply.

Comic Con Mania events are in the same vein as their larger Comic Con cousins, but are at a smaller scale with reduced ticket prices.