Water On Mars

Scientists have apparently found water on Mars according to this news article I came across on the BBC website. I wouldn't want to drink any of it though!!

Phil Collinson joins the Street

Ex Leeds Doctor Who group member and one time producer of Doctor Who has now landed the job of producing Coronation Street. He is due to take over in the summer of 2010. We done Phil and you can read more on this news here.

Tom Baker videos

I've just been having a look at Tome Bakers official website and there is some great stuff on there. Have a look at the video's page and watch the good man in some rare footage.

Final Episodes Dates and Times

According to several sources it has been revealed that 2 final episodes for the 10th Doctor will be on 25th December and 1st January respectively, both at 7pm. This of course means that The End of Time part 2 will actually air in 2010. Meaning that David Tennant effectively has been the Doctor since 2005 and will end in 2010. Strictly speaking he's not been the Doctor for 5 years but you could argue that he had after a few pints......

Ever wanted a Tom Baker Scarf?

Whilst faffing about on the internet I stumbled across this website which seems to be dedicated to sharing instruction on how to knit a Tom Baker style scarf. I won't be getting out the knitting needles but I'm sure some of you out there will find this interesting!!

Dreamland Online

The new animated Doctor Who Dreamland is now online and can be seen at the BBC Website or by pressing the red button for digital viewers. George & I have just watched episode one and it's great..... what more can I say?

David Tennant to host 'Buzzcocks'

Phill Jupitus has confirmed via Twitter that David Tennant has filmed a Doctor Who themed Christmas special of Never Mind The Buzzcocks.

Although there has been no "official" word from the BBC, it is rumoured that the episode, which will air on 16th December.

For the full article on Digital Spy, click right here.

More 'Waters of Mars' pictures revealed

Digital Spy have some more images from the upcoming Doctor Who Special 'The Waters of Mars' due to air on Sunday 15th November at 7pm on BBC One and BBC HD.

I've had a good flick through over a cup of tea, and they give me the creeps! I am really looking forward to watching this, as from what I've seen so far, it is promising to be the darkest Doctor Who episode yet!

To view these creepy pics, clicky over here!

Unfortunately, I will be in Manchester on Sunday evening to see the delectable Pam Ann and will be viewing the episode when I get home (somewhere around midnight). Rest assured my phone will be turned off from 7pm for the duration, 'cause I know what the Leeds Doctor Who lot are like!!

Old Episodes now online

MSN Video have done a deal with BBC worldwide to provide old classic episodes of Doctor Who online. The Web Planet is available right now with more stories to follow in the near future. You can view the site here.

Tardis Spotted on East Coast

Hi all,

we have just spend a nice long weekend on the East Coast and whilst we were passing a place called Reighton the kids started shouting "Tardis, Tardis" so I had to pull over for a closer look. There was indeed a full sized Tardis attached to the side of an out building in the car park of pub. The pub was shut and we passed it 3 times more and it was still shut which is a shame as I would loved to have found out why there was a police box in the car park. Here are a few of the pictures I took and if any of you are passing Rieghton village then make sure you have a look........

Hammiest Villains... Ever!

Digital Spy have compiled a list of Doctor Who's Hammiest Villains.

Love them or hate them, Digital Spy have planted their tongue firmly in their cheek to give us their rundown on our pork-packed menaces from all across the universe.

The article also contains some video clips, so not only can you read along with the embarrassment, you can relive it too!

To have a giggle or groan at these pure Who gems, click here.

In Pictures: Tennant joins 'Sarah Jane'

Digital Spy have some pictures from the upcoming episode of The Sarah Jane Adventures called 'The Wedding Of Sarah Jane Smith' guest staring David Tennant.

Please be warned, these pictures do contain some spoilers as to the content of the episode (aside from the fact that David Tennant is in it), so if you do not want to be spoiled then don't click here.

The Dark Dimension

Doctor Who left our screens in 1989. I know because I was there..... every year, month, day, hour was a countdown for news of a return and then in 1993 there was a rumour that we would be getting a 30th anniversary special entitled "The Dark Dimension" which would feature ALL of the surviving Doctors......... Sadly it was never made but you can read all about what could have been here.

I for one am fascinated by what could have been however if it had been made then the time lines would have altered and who knows what the world would be like now........????

Locations & Missing Scripts

Whilst browsing the web I came across these 2 sites which will be of interest to any Dr Who fan. The first is a project to list and give as much information on stories that were never made and can be found here.

The second is a filming location guide and can be found here.

Isn't the internet great?

Time War '09: Magna, Rotherham

This looks like a great little event on 14th November. I will certainly be there with the kids.......

INFORMATION FOR PUBLIC
Come meet the Doctor, Daleks, companions and enemies!
People turning up at the event in costume will be given a free pass!
There will be a room dedicated to kids activities which will focus on painting/building daleks, colouring and face painting!
There will be a costume competition for children on the day.
A room/area will be designated for putting on display part-build daleks and parts etc so you can see what makes them tick!
TICKET prices: http://www.visitmagna.co.uk/content/84/ticket-prices
Any questions you might have feel free to contact the Admins for this event or leave a message at the bottom of the page.

UPDATE

Here is a run down of what will be there....

* Daleks trundeling about (20+!)
* An 'Audience with the Daleks'
* "Time Slip" - the Doctor comes face-to-face with a familiar foe
* GUEST: Al Davison of 'Astral Gypsy', artist (TBC)
(The Doctor: https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikfM9m75HeeYsMcw5IAV-TE2jxXKNXr3b4zKbHW9XbLsEr6MqIglsoppo0wYDWTl1Pz4zXCRG2CfKDwyosqK86WBpWterTOgnreGfNL-s4OBFgiuvK5DrG11D5GSNX5tqts3muug7P99ri/s1600-h/The+Doctor.jpg)
* Kids activities, including making and painting and face-painting!
* Several TARDISs (...or TARDI?)
* 1 TARDIS console room: retro/'60s-style TARDIS console room set (from 'The Schrodinger Effect')
* Screenings of the Children in Need special episode 'Pudsai' - featuring no less than 11 spin-off/fan-film 'Doctor's
* Bessie, the Doctor's car! (TBC)
* Torchwood's black Range Rover (TBC)
* 'Doctor Who' props (includes weapons of various descriptions and masks!)
* A 'how to?' on prop building (Daleks guns and latex masks)



INFORMATION FOR DALEK OWNERS/MINDERS
The daleks have full run of the place (yes, even STORM can roam free!) inside and out,
The main location for the daleks is known as 'The Face of Steel' room.
FREE food and drink to all throughout the day
Green room area away from the public for breaks will be provided
FREE pass to the museum for anyone bringing a dalek and any minders/members of family accompanying them. There is plenty to do and fun for all the family - tickets are normally priced at £14 family ticket !
A room/area will be designated for putting on display part-build daleks and parts etc. We are looking at members being able to have talks with the public (Volunteers please!)
Local TV and radio will be attending this event so a good chance of getting your dalek on telly.
We have a stage area with in house PA system (as used by 'The Artic Monekies'!) that a Magna crew will operate for us and we are planning on doing a Dr Who show and 'Audience with the Daleks', so any daleks wanting to EXTERMINATE Richard (I mean the Doctor) and have a bash on stage we will sort out on the day.

Anyone wishing to bring a dalek along to this event
Please contact Raymond @ Raymondhyd@aol.com
before the event ! cheers.

INFORMATION FOR CHARACTERS/ACTORS
There will be costume performers appearing on the day dressed as characters from Dr Who, and if you are interested in joining them put your name forward please by messaging us. This would be for those that do not just 'cosplay' but perform as the character. For further information or advice please contact us or Rose Wynn (see attendees)
FREE food and drink to all throughout the day
Changing-room facilities will be provided on site
Green room provided for 'off stage' periods throughout the day


If anyone has any further questions or information please get in touch with the admins and we look forward to seeing everyone at the event!

Richard and Raymond