Doctor Who companions and monsters invade Blepton this weekend for new event Invasion from Space!
There’s an Invasion from Space happening this Saturday in Derbyshire! The first time event is taking place in the appropriately names Tyler’s Bar in Belper on Saturday the 16th of August. The team have put together an impressive list of Doctor Who stars to attend, along with a display of classic monsters.
Joining the fun will be:
- Sophie Aldred (Ace, the Seventh Doctor’s companion most recently seen in 2022’s The Power of the Doctor)
- Frazer Hines (Jamie, the Second Doctor’s companion most recently seen in 2024’s Tales of the TARDIS)
- John Levene (UNIT NCO John Benton, who featured in stories during the Second, Third, and Fourth Doctor eras)
- Jessica Martin (Mags in 1988’s The Greatest Show in the Galaxy)
- Colin Spaull (Crane in Rise of the Cyberman, and Lilt in Revelation of the Daleks)
- Richard Ashton (Friday the Ice Warrior in 2017’s Empress of Mars)
- Mickey Lewis (2010s and 2020s Dalek and Cyberman performer, and Doctor Who novelist)
- Hugh Spight (1980s Dalek performer)
- Stephen Wyatt (writer of Paradise Towers and The Greatest Show in the Galaxy)
- Jeff Cummins (Target Books cover artist)
- Tina Simmons (1960s supporting artist)
- Daniel Eghan (police officer, Revolution of the Daleks)
There will also be guests from Star Wars, panel discussions and a monster prop display
There will also be names from the world of Star Wars at the event, including Ross Sambridge (Snoke), Nick Owenford (ISB Supervisor), and Willie Coppen (Ewok.)
In addition to talks with the stars, and the chance to have your photo taken with them, there will also be a prop display. Though a full list isn’t available, from the Invasion from Space poster, it looks like fans can expect to see recreations of Cybermen, Zygons, Ice Warriors, Autons, Sea Devils, and even the K1 Robot!
Invasion from Space looks like it will be a cosy, intimate event. The low key approach is emphasised by the fact you can get your tickets by dropping into Tyler’s Bar on Campbell Street, or calling organiser Steve Marriott directly on 07383 081473. Adult tickets cost £20 and accompanied children are free.
