From celebrity guests to cosplay, here is all you need to know ahead of Norfolk's TV, film and comic con (NOR-CON) returning for 2023. 

What is the location for NOR-CON 2023 and what are the dates and timings? 

NOR-CON takes place at the Norfolk Showground (NR5 0TT) over the weekend of September 23 and 24 2023. 

It runs from 10.30am until 5pm on Saturday and 10.30am until 4pm on Sunday, with early access tickets allowing entry from 9.30am. 

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Norwich Evening News: There are always plenty of photo opportunities at NOR-CON Picture: DENISE BRADLEYThere are always plenty of photo opportunities at NOR-CON Picture: DENISE BRADLEY (Image: Copyright: Archant 2018)

What can I expect? 

Now in its 12th year, NOR-CON is a must for fans of sci-fi and fantasy.

The action-packed weekend includes exhibits, celebrity appearances and legendary comic book artists, stage talks and workshops and photo opportunities, not to mention memorabilia and merchandise for sale from every corner of the galaxy. 

Norwich Evening News: Harry Potter's Jeff Rawle and Wednesday's Morgan Beale will be at Nor-Con 2023 Picture: Mark Atherton/Supplied by Nor-ConHarry Potter's Jeff Rawle and Wednesday's Morgan Beale will be at Nor-Con 2023 Picture: Mark Atherton/Supplied by Nor-Con (Image: Mark Atherton/Supplied by Nor-Con)

What celebrities are appearing at NOR-CON 2023? 

This year’s celebrity guest line-up includes Peter Davison (Doctor Who), Chris Rankin and Jeff Rawle (Harry Potter), Jason Flemyng (Lock, Stock & Two Smoking Barrels), Morgan Beale (Netflix's Wednesday), Doug Naylor (Red Dwarf), Georgia Hurst (Vikings) and James Cosmo (Game of Thrones).  

All guests are available for professional photo shoots, which can be booked in advance on the NOR-CON website. 

There will also be legendary comic book artists who you can watch drawing, sketching and painting your favourite characters. 

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Norwich Evening News: Mark Dean, organiser of the NOR-CON event at the Norfolk ShowgroundMark Dean, organiser of the NOR-CON event at the Norfolk Showground (Image: NOR-CON)

Where can I buy tickets and how much are they? 

Tickets must be purchased online in advance at nor-con.co.uk

Day tickets start at £9 for children (aged 6-13) and £15 for adults (14+), with weekend and family passes also available. Children aged 5 and under go free.

All children under the age of 14 must be accompanied by an adult.

Norwich Evening News: Silver Sabres will be at NOR-CON 2023Silver Sabres will be at NOR-CON 2023 (Image: NOR-CON)

Can I come in costume?

Yes, cosplay is a big part of the NOR-CON experience and there are competitions for adults and children with great prizes up for grabs.

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Who is this year’s charity partner? 

Donations are being collected for children's charity Break throughout the weekend, with photo opportunities and raffles too. 

Is there free parking?

Yes, there is plenty of free parking at the Norfolk Showground - follow the NOR-CON signs.