An intimate afternoon with Sophie Aldred — the actress who played Ace, companion to the Seventh Doctor — chatting about her time on Doctor Who both classic and new, with a chance for audience questions.

Discover the infinite possibilities of sci-fi through film props and set design, with iconic memorabilia from your favourite sci-fi franchises on display at the REME Museum.

A super fun, family-friendly event full of all things film, TV, comic con and toys, including loads of people in costume and much more.

The unconventional convention returns to the beautiful Victorian Scarborough Spa for its 12th year. A full weekend of sci-fi and fantasy with well-known guests, authors, movie and TV props, gaming, indie films, cosplay competition, geek pub quiz, live music, collectible traders and a Saturday night party. Run by fans for fans with no booking fees.

A free, family-friendly day transforming Wilmslow town centre into a celebration of comics, film, TV and pop culture. Features Daleks, a life-sized TARDIS, a Star Wars zone with an X-Wing Starfighter, plus Marvel and DC superheroes roaming the streets. No tickets required — just turn up.

The UK's flagship pop culture event returns to ExCeL London for three days of gaming, anime, film and TV. Meet voice actors, TV and film stars and independent creators, browse hundreds of trader stalls, take part in cosplay, and enjoy panels and special announcements. Confirmed guests this year include Firefly's Nathan Fillion and Alan Tudyk, Kris Marshall, Felicity Montagu and a full Star Wars: The Clone Wars cast reunion.

Showmasters' big spring signing convention returns to centre:mk for a full weekend of celebrity guests, photo opportunities, autograph sessions and memorabilia stalls. Guest announcements ongoing — check the Showmasters website for the latest lineup.