Doctor Who Festival

The official Doctor Who Festival offers fans of all ages an exclusive glimpse into the production processes behind your favourite programme, including talks and theatre shows with the current cast and crew.

Bringing together a wealth of talent from Peter Capaldi’s time in the TARDIS, the event promises guests a unique insight into the television industry and the creative skills required to bring an episode of Doctor Who to you - with exclusive access to the people who make it happen, giving you the chance to get inside the adventure.

Highlights include:

Meet the cast
Your chance to attend a panel-led session which will get you closer than ever before to cast members from the era of the Twelfth Doctor.

Meet the writers
Hear from the experts who create the storylines of your favourite programme, led by Steven Moffat.

Latest film set photos
Your chance to have a photo on the real series 9 film set. Photo opportunities at the Festival will be released at a later date, sign up to the Doctor Who Festival newsletter to be the first to hear.

Costumes and props
The Doctor Who Festival will be home to a selection of costumes and props from the latest series, all for you to enjoy!

Drama school
Have you ever wanted to know the techniques and secrets that actors learn for the filming of Doctor Who? Then this is for you!

The fan challenge
Test your Doctor Who knowledge in the Festival’s specially-themed fan challenges – choose from a traditional team-based competition for adults or an active multiple-choice challenge for younger visitors. Answer incorrectly and you will be eliminated!

Official merchandise
A shopping village consisting of only official Doctor Who products including brand new ranges, plus BBC Shop. Sound like your idea of Whovian heaven?

Production village
Your chance to explore a day in the life of the production team and crew.

Cosplay showcase
Cosplayers can showcase their handmade Doctor Who themed outfits during the course of the Festival. Start designing your outfit!

Photo Opportunities
Is a photo of you and the Doctor missing from your collection? This is your opportunity to purchase an individual photograph of you with the current cast members. Photo opportunities at the Festival will be released at a later date, sign up to the Doctor Who Festival newsletter to be the first to hear.