FILM lovers, sci-fi fans and an array of celebrities gathered in Southampton over the weekend for a very special convention.

The 23rd instalment of the SF Ball took over The Grand Harbour Hotel for a fun-filled weekend between Friday, February 2 and Sunday, February 4.

Visitors were treated to a number of different events and special talks from celebrity guests including Ingrid Oliver (Doctor Who); Terry Farrell (Star Trek: Deep Space Nine) and Richard Williams (Concept Artist for Doctor Who, The Sarah Jane Adventures and Torchwood).

A replica KITT car from Knight Rider was also on offer along with roaming Daleks, as well as Lego Science Fiction creations from the Southern Lego Train Society.

Guests were also treated to a famous three-course black-tie banquet and cabaret on Saturday evening and cocktail event on Friday night.

Organisers also raised £8,000 for the Teenage Cancer Trust.