ST HELENS town centre welcomed visitors from out of this world as it hosted a Sci-Fi Day event.
Crowd-pleaser Titan the Robot brought a distinct blend of comedy, street theatre and music on a return to the town on Saturday.
Titan the Robot arrived in town
Meanwhile, there were visits from a Galaxy Far Far Away as Star Wars characters were also in Church Square to add to the fun.
Darth Vader in town
R2-D2, Darth Vader and everyone's favourite Wookiee Chewbacca were among those in town, posing for photographs and mingling with the locals.
RD-D2 meets some friends
Rocket Girl and alien stilt walkers were also in town, with entertainment also including Sci-Fi walkabout performances and a Sci-Fi themed art workshop.
There were plenty of characters to see in town
The day was organised by the council’s events team and funded by the Combined Authority’s Town Centre Fund.
An array of characters were in town
It was the latest of a programme of events held in Church Square, which has included a Peppa Pig visit; Dino Day; a circus; princess and superhero day and a classic car show, to help support the local economy after the coronavirus pandemic.
Crowds in Church Square
Pictures by Bernard Platt
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