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End of the event, only people left are locked up 👌
March 23, 2025 at 4:51 PM
One attendee, James, said “I really didn’t want to come today but I’m a nerdy emotional support dog”.
March 23, 2025 at 4:45 PM
I caught up with Josh who attends Comic Con and chose not to attend the Bournemouth one, here’s why:
March 23, 2025 at 4:41 PM
The heat was too much….. 🔥☀️
March 23, 2025 at 4:36 PM
Laura said, “I’ve actually really enjoyed it being smaller this year because it has been more accessible for me with my wheelchair”.
March 23, 2025 at 4:32 PM
Author/illustrator, Kev, who previously worked on the Beano comics, appears to have a quiet stall today
March 23, 2025 at 4:25 PM
Gary, an attendee, says “everyone’s costumes have been really great but Bournemouth Comic Con definitely isn’t what it used to be”’
March 23, 2025 at 4:21 PM
Emily, who has attended today, said “I’ve loved all of the crystal stalls, was unexpected but can’t complain”.
March 23, 2025 at 4:14 PM
Why are Robin and Shelby here?

#random
March 23, 2025 at 4:07 PM
Charlotte Pye attended specifically for the Barbie box and was unable to locate it, she said, “I dressed up specially for the photo opportunity and feel very let down as I had looked forward to this for a while”.
March 23, 2025 at 4:06 PM
There was a proposed retro gaming station, however, many attendees could not find it due to lack of signage.

Still trying to locate it, will update after ongoing investigation.
March 23, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Crowds are starting to dwindle as the event dies down, even the armada of furries have left.
March 23, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Disappointed troopers
March 23, 2025 at 3:52 PM
Darth says that he braved the Bournemouth sand for this and “it’s a liberty”
March 23, 2025 at 3:46 PM
Lego traders regret the choice not to set up at the brick festival next door.
March 23, 2025 at 3:43 PM
Pooh seems dejected
March 23, 2025 at 3:41 PM
Attendees very disappointed with the event this year.
March 23, 2025 at 3:39 PM
Individuals who wish their proton packs were air conditioners
March 23, 2025 at 3:37 PM
Attendees are complaining of the heat in the room, traders think the heat is why they’re unsuccessful this year
March 23, 2025 at 3:35 PM
E.T making lost distance calls today 📞🏡
March 23, 2025 at 3:32 PM
Paul, who attended in 2015, says this is a lot smaller than 10 years ago and has found it “a let down”
March 23, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Anakin looking disappointed with Obi-Wan on the Jeremy Kyle stage
March 23, 2025 at 3:25 PM
March 23, 2025 at 3:22 PM
Good afternoon,

Today I will be covering Comic Con at the Bournemouth International Centre,

Updates to follow

#Comic Con
March 23, 2025 at 1:16 PM