Calling all Star Wars fans - the UK’s BIGGEST convention of the film saga is on its way to Manchester.

Visitors will have the unique opportunity to meet Darth Vader himself, Dave Prowse, as well as many other special guests from the films.

A Jedi training school will be also held by Andrew Lawden who trained as a Jedi for Star Wars – Episode 1 as a stunt double for Liam Neeson.

He will teach fans how to use a light sabre like a Jedi.

A full-size Scout Walker is being built especially for the event and will be the only one of its kind in the UK. In addition to this there will be sets including; Cantina Scene, Jabba’s Palace (with full scale Jabba the Hutt prop), Ewok Village, Tatooine, Dagobah System and more.

Take a look below to see pictures from Dale-Con in Rochdale in 2013.

An orchestra will be present to play the iconic film score throughout the weekend.

Organiser Carl Whiteley said: “Star Wars is the biggest movie franchise of all time and has legions of fans of all ages.

“This convention is for the fans and gives them the opportunity to meet their heroes face to face.

“This event will be for people of all ages, and with the event taking place two weeks before the release of the new film there will be massive hype around Star Wars and this will give fans something special.”

The ‘For the Love of the Force’ convention also gives fans the opportunity to ask their heroes questions during the live Q & A sessions. The gala also includes photo opportunities with the chance to get a snap with Darth Vader, C-3PO and even get a Stormtrooper selfie.

Andrew Kleek, also an organiser of the event, said: “We are delighted to host such a prestigious event. I am a huge Star Wars fan and we will be putting everything we have into making this event special.”

Visitors will also be able to browse the many Star Wars stalls, containing Star Wars merchandise and also exhibitions dedicated to the Droids, and Storm Troopers.

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The celebration takes place on the 4th - 6th December, just two weeks before the release of the highly anticipated new release - The Force Awakens.

It takes place at the Bowlers Exhibition Centre, Longbridge Road.

For more information email info@starwarsuk.co.uk or visit the website www.starwarsuk.co.uk