After months of touring the world, reaching every corner of the globe, One Direction are to take up residence by the beach, at Madame Tussauds Blackpool.

From London to Sydney, fans in mega cities across the globe have been worshipping the boys, but it’s the famous seaside town of Blackpool that will be getting the pleasure of hosting the band’s wax figures this September.

To celebrate their arrival, 500 lucky fans will be able to meet the pop sensations at a special first-look preview event on 4th September when Madame Tussauds Blackpool will be hosting an event from 5pm till 8pm.

Guests will be able to brush cheeks with Liam, Zayn, Harry, Niall and Louis and get that all-important selfie. The incredibly life-like figures provide a unique experience of being in touching distance of the boys.

Tickets are available to pre-book from here for a limited time only so don’t miss out on the chance to meet the band on the special preview night. Tickets are on sale at standard price and include entry into the entire attraction, plus an amazing souvenir Madame Tussauds Blackpool lanyard which will feature your picture with One Direction.

The UK’s biggest pop export, One Direction have secured worldwide fame thanks to their talent, charm and flawless image of which has been uniquely realised in wax at Madame Tussauds Blackpool from 5th September to 9th November 2014.

For more details and to purchase tickets visit: http://www.madametussauds.com/Blackpool/NewsAndEvents/1D-Coming-Soon.aspx