THE first-ever Bournemouth Coastal Comic Con will take place this month.

The family-friendly event, which aims to celebrate pop culture, will take place at the Royal Bath Hotel in Bath Road on Saturday, September 28 between 10am and 11.30pm.

Visitors can expect to meet familiar faces, including Christopher Ryan of Doctor Who and The Young Ones, Hugo Myatt from Nightmares and Clem So, who has appeared in a number of Marvel films.

Artist Kit Buss, British comic book writer Ian D Sharman and Manga favourite Sonia Leong will also host events.

The day is being organised by Make!Geek.

Founder Sam Marshall said there will be stalls, vintage arcade games, tabletop gaming, merchandise and an after-party featuring live music and cosplay.

“Our team of volunteers has been hard at work over the past year to ensure Coastal Comic Con gives a welcoming and family-friendly convention experience to people across the whole spectrum of geekdom," Sam said.

“We hope there will be plenty to delight and entertain all attendees and that this will be the first of many community-led events for Bournemouth."

For more information, or to book tickets, visit coastalcomiccon.com