Doctor Who Adventures - Issue 139

The cover and info on this week's edition of Doctor Who Adventures magazine:

Hello there!
Don’t miss the Doctor in this week’s episodes of The Sarah Jane Adventures! Something goes very wrong when Sarah Jane decides to get married, so it’s just as well the Doctor appears. We were there, too, and this issue you can read our special report from the wedding! All this, plus posters, an adventure guide and loads more. Enjoy!

All this plus…

• Top 10 - Cool gadget guide!
• Behind the scenes secrets.
• Photo story - The Adipose go home!
• Story guide - Midnight.
• Comic strip - The Ghost Factory.
• Exlcusive posters.
• And much, much more!

Issue 139 of Doctor Who Adventures magazine is on sale now at all good newsagents until 4th November priced £2.10 per copy.

Happy Halloween! - from The Ultimate Doctor Who Site

Today is Halloween! Enjoy yourself if you're dressing up and trick-or-treating tonight or having a gools night-in with friends watching scary movies and feasting out!

The Waters of Mars: First Promo Image!

The BBC have released the first promo image from the second 2009 Doctor Who special The Waters of Mars, you can view it above. The special is set for broadcast on Sunday 15th November at 7:00pm on BBC One and BBC HD.

The Waters of Mars: New Clip

This morning on BBC Breakfast, a new clip from the next Doctor Who 2009 special The Waters of Mars was shown, you can watch it above. The special will broadcast on Sunday 15th November at 7:00pm on BBC One and BBC HD.

SJA: Continues This Week & The Gift Synopsis

The current series of The Sarah Jane Adventures continues today on BBC One and BBC HD at 4:35pm, read on for the synopsis:

THE WEDDING OF SARAH JANE SMITH: PART ONE - by Gareth Roberts
Sarah Jane has met Peter Dalton and wants him to become part of her life, as the adventure series continues; perhaps he could become a father to Luke. But Clyde suspects that Peter is hiding a secret or two, especially when he and Rani find an empty house where Peter says his home should be. The Doctor makes a spectacular return on the happiest day of Sarah Jane's life, but a deadly trap is awaiting them all. As the strands of a clever and careful plan come together, can even a Time Lord save Sarah Jane on the day of her arch-enemy's greatest triumph?

THE WEDDING OF SARAH JANE SMITH: PART TWO - by Gareth Roberts
The Doctor joins the battle, as the power of the Pantheon of Discord grows in strength, in the second and concluding part of this week's story, but a deadly trap is waiting for them all. The Doctor makes a spectacular return on the happiest day of Sarah Jane's life, but is he too late to save both his old companion and Earth itself? As the strands of a clever and careful plan draw together, the two friends are separated across different time zones and must fight to save each other. For one, there's a terrible price to pay.

Both episodes will be available to watch on BBC iPlayer soon after broadcast. The series continues next week with The Eternity Trap - more information coming then.

Also, the BBC Press Office have released the synopsis for the sixth and final two-part story of the third series of The Sarah Jane Adventures, read on for further details:

THE GIFT: PART ONE - by Rupert Laight 
Sarah Jane, Luke, Clyde and Rani face an old enemy, the green Slitheen, in the penultimate episode of this series of The Sarah Jane Adventures. When the Slitheen's latest scheme is halted, their cousins, the Blathereen, arrive. Declaring peace between the planets, they offer Sarah Jane a gift - one that might change the future of the human race forever.

THE GIFT: PART TWO - by Rupert Laight 
When the Blathereens' gift runs riot, Sarah Jane faces the battle of her life to save her son, Luke, as The Sarah Jane Adventures concludes. With Clyde, Rani and K9 trapped in a school under siege, and the whole of London convulsing under the alien threat, everything heads for a final showdown in the attic - and not everyone is getting out alive.

The Sarah Jane Adventures: The Gift will broadcast between Thursday 19th and Friday 20th November at 4:35pm BBC One and BBC HD.

The Waters of Mars: Synopsis & Details

The BBC Press Office have released a press pack on the next 2009 Doctor Who special:

THE WATERS OF MARS - by Russell T Davies & Phil Ford
Mars, 2059. Bowie Base One. Last recorded message: "Don't drink the water. Don't even touch it. Not one drop."

Starring David Tennant as the Doctor and guest starring acclaimed British stage and screen actress Lindsay Duncan, The Waters Of Mars is the second Doctor Who special to be screened this year.

Lindsay plays Adelaide - the Doctor's cleverest and most strong-minded companion. She and the Doctor face terror on the Red Planet in one of the scariest adventures yet.

Neighbours, Flying Doctors and Casualty star Peter O'Brien also guest stars as Ed, Adelaide's second-in-command at the base.

Doctor Who: The Waters of Mars is to broadcast later this year on BBC One and BBC HD, a official time and date is yet to be confirmed.

SJA: The Wedding of Sarah Jane Smith - Trailer

A new trailer advertising the next two-part The Sarah Jane Adventures story The Wedding of Sarah Jane Smith is currently being shown on various BBC channels during show breaks, you can watch it above. The Wedding of Sarah Jane Smith will broadcast between Thursday 29th and Friday 30th October at 4:35pm on BBC One and BBC HD.

Doctor Who Adventures - Issue 138

The cover and info on this week's edition of Doctor Who Adventures:

Happy Halloween from Doctor Who Adventures!
Weeping Angel mask and claws with this week’s issue…

Be afraid, be very afraid, as this week’s Doctor Who Adventures magazine is the scariest issue yet.

The bumper Halloween pack takes a look at scary scenes to come in the next Doctor Who special, to be shown on BBC One soon, and comes with a Weeping Angel monster mask and claws to help make your Halloween party a screaming success.

Other features in this week’s issue that will have you hiding behind the sofa:

• Top 10 moments that make you jump!
• Weeping Angels fact file.
• A look at the next Sarah Jane Adventures episode.
• Quiz - How well do you know the scariest Doctor Who monsters?

Issue 138 of Doctor Who Adventures magazine is on sale from today at all good newsagents until 28th October priced £2.99 per copy.

SJA: Continues This Week & Mona Lisa's Revenge Synopsis

The current series of The Sarah Jane Adventures continues today on BBC One and BBC HD at 4:35pm, read on for the synopsis:

THE MAD WOMAN IN THE ATTIC: PART ONE - by Joseph Lidster
Rani investigates strange rumours about a demon living in a funfair at the seaside. What she finds there, however, is far more alarming than that and she makes a decision that affects not only her future, but also the futures of all those she cares about… Far in the future, in 2059, an old Rani remembers the day when her whole life went wrong. As her younger self investigates mysterious disappearances at an abandoned funfair, she sets into motion a chain of events which unleash the terrible powers of the alien Eve.

THE MAD WOMAN IN THE ATTIC: PART TWO - by Joseph Lidster
Alien Eve’s powers grow out of control, with everyone caught in her sinister and endless games. As the echoes of an ancient war threaten the modern world, the danger extends all the way to the year 2059. If Rani fails to change her own destiny, then everyone is doomed.

Both episodes will be available to watch on BBC iPlayer soon after broadcast. The series continues next week with The Wedding of Sarah Jane Smith - more information coming then.

Also, the BBC Press Office have released the synopsis for the fifth two-part story of the third series of The Sarah Jane Adventures, read on for further details:

MONA LISA'S REVENGE: PART ONE - by Brain Dooley
Strange forces bring the Mona Lisa to life, as the adventure series starring Elisabeth Sladen continues. Clyde’s proudest day turns into a nightmare when he discovers that fine art can be dangerous and, when a school trip descends into disaster, the gang find themselves trapped without Sarah Jane’s help, as the awesome abomination stir.

MONA LISA'S REVENGE: PART ONE - by Brain Dooley
Luke and Rani investigate the myth of the dreaded abomination, as the two-part drama concludes. With Sarah Jane trapped and beyond help, everything now depends upon Clyde. Mona Lisa vows to release her terrifying brother from his age-old prison, but only Clyde has the key.

The Sarah Jane Adventures: Mona Lisa's Revenge will broadcast between Thursday 12th and Friday 13th November at 4:35pm BBC One and BBC HD.

Doctor Who DVD Files - Issue 21

The cover and info on this fortnight's edition of Doctor Who DVD Files magazine:

Episode Guide: Last of the Time Lords/ Voyage of the Damned

The Doctor: A Fond Farewell

Enemies: Toclafane

Technology: SS Titanic

Allies: Ace

Behind the Scenes: Past Masters

Flashback: Te-Trap!

Issue 21 of the Doctor Who DVD Files is on sale from today at all good newsagents until 3rd November priced £6.99 per copy.

Torchwood Magazine - Issue 18

The cover and info on the latest edition of Torchwood magazine:

Gareth gets the girl!
Gareth David-Lloyd is going online for his latest project, Girl Number 9, created exclusively for the internet by Torchwood writer James Moran (Sleeper, Children of Earth - Day Three). The dark thriller plays out over six five-minute instalments, and sees David-Lloyd take on the role of Matheson, a detective leading the investigation into a series of brutal murders. Girl Number 9 premieres online on 30th October at 9:00pm. For more information, visit the website.

The full story appears in the latest issue’s comprehensive news section, The Hub. Torchwood Magazine issue 18 is on sale now - check out this page for the full lowdown on what’s inside.
 
Out of Time

Our unique and comprehensive coverage of classic Torchwood continues in the latest issue, as Out of Time gets the episode guide treatment. The arrival of three ordinary people from the 1950s threw the Torchwood team into more chaos than a herd of Weevils in the season one episode - the stranded individuals’ attempts to adjust to life in the 21st Century affected Jack, Gwen and Owen in ways they never could have predicted…

Jack’s in the dock!
Our coverage of the trailblazing Children of Earth continues in the latest issue of Torchwood Magazine, as we put the key players on trial. We all asked ourselves what we would do in a similar situation to Jack, John Frobisher or the elected MPs? Who made the right decisions? Indeed, is there such a thing as a ‘right’ decision in such a complex situation? You can join the debate on our Facebook page, or email us your views at torchwood@titanemail.com.

Plus, don’t miss the second part of archivist Andrew Pixley’s exhaustive dissection of Children of Earth. It’s the ultimate survey of 77 long days on the Torchwood set.

Rhys on Earth - Kai Owen
“Rhys just wants to make sure Gwen’s safe, and then go home for a cup of tea!” - Kai Owen
As Gwen’s loving husband Rhys, Kai Owen is the everyman at the heart of Children of Earth. We quiz the actor about his big role in the mini-series in the latest issue of Torchwood Magazine, and find out why Rhys is set to run and run…to find out more about Kai’s charity runs and convention appearances, visit his official website.

New Torchwood fiction
Torchwood Magazine brings you amazing original fiction and comic strip stories in every issue. This time around, Children of Earth writer James Moran gets high with airborne adventure Stakes on a Plane, and unseasonal snowfall heralds the start of an Antarctic adventure for PC Andy and the Torchwood team in David Llewellyn’s I May Be Some Time. Meanwhile, it’s part four of comic adventure Broken, written by Nick Abadzis and illustrated by Paul Grist. Can Captain Jack and his team escape in time?

Plus…

Top 10 Villains

Bilis Manger? Captain John? Maybe Suzie Costello? Just who is the baddest of them all?

Susan Brown

The actress talks about her role as John Frobisher’s Friday girl Bridget Spears.

Ben Foster

The man who composes the music for Torchwood tells us how Children of Earth called for something new.

Close Call: Cush Jumbo

We catch up with the lovely Lois Habiba to discuss baking, body suits and the Backstreet Boys…

Concept Corner

The first in a new series of illuminating concept art from Children of Earth.

Beyond the Hub: Possession

Real world reports of possession and alien control from around the globe!

Issue 18 of Torchwood magazine is on sale from 22nd October at all good newsagents until 18th December priced £3.99 per copy.

New Doctor Who Figure Sets - Tesco Exclusives

Character Options have revealed four new Doctor Who figure sets, read on for the content of each one:

SERIES 1

Sycorax Warrior (with Sword)

Ninth Doctor (with Auton Mickey Head, Anti-Plastic Bomb & Auton Arm)

Jabe (with Scanner & Robot Spider)

SERIES 2

Cyber Controller

Tenth Doctor (with Ghost Transmission Triangulation Gear)

Hoix

SERIES 3

Captain Jack Harkness (with Revolver)

Time Lord

Hal Korwin

AGE OF STEEL

Tenth Planet Cyberman

Tomb of the Cybermen Cyberman

The Invasion Cyberman

All four figure sets are on sale now exclusively at Tesco priced £10.00 each.

Doctor Who Magazine - Issue 414

The cover and info on this month's edition of Doctor Who magazine:

Love is in the air in Doctor Who Magazine issue 414!

In an exclusive behind-the-scenes report, we chat to the cast and crew of The Sarah Jane Adventures about The Wedding of Sarah Jane Smith ... which guest stars David Tennant as the Doctor! What can Sarah Jane herself, actress Elisabeth Sladen, tell us about the story?

"Some of it's quite sad. I can't read these scripts too often because they absolutely make me cry. If I do that too much, there won't be any emotion left for on set. Gareth Roberts has written something beautiful..."

PLUS:

A Dream Come True!

DWM previews the forthcoming animated adventure, Dreamland, and talks exclusively to the cast, including David Tennant, Georgia Moffett and David Warner...

Falling In Love!

She's travelled in the Tardis for nearly ten years with both the Eighth and Sixth Doctors. And she was the first of the Doctor’s companions to fall in love with the Time Lord! Charley Pollard, aka actress India Fisher, tells DWM about her adventures...

First Kiss!

The Eighth Doctor is famous for snogging Doctor Grace Holloway in the 1996 TV Movie. But what else should we remember him for? Find out as the Watcher presents the latest of his indispensable guides!

Do You Remember The First Time?

Doctor Who's head honcho Russell T Davies share fond reminiscences of being a fan in his youth... and discovers that, for some, the memory cheats!

I Don't Care About Your Faults, I Love You Anyway!

Neil Harris looks at the stories that made up the bottom 10 places of DWM's Mighty 200 poll and discovers that, despite popular opinion, there's a great deal to enjoy in these adventures...

The Wedding Crasher!

DWM manages to catch up with Sarah Jane's husband-to-be, played by actor Nigel Havers, just before the wedding... with a few interruptions from David Tennant!

Becoming Like Animals!

The Time Team gather together to watch Survival, the last full adventure for the Seventh Doctor. Will they have their claws out for this beastly tale, or will it leave them purring?

The Honeymoon Is Over!

The Fact of Fiction travels back to the earliest days of Doctor Who and finds the four time travellers trapped aboard the Tardis and fighting among themselves. Could they be on the edge of destruction as they hurtle beyond the sun? Find out as Inside the Spaceship is put under the microscope...

It’s A Girl!

The Doctor and Majenta discover that the London Underground holds a terrible secret... A brand new comic strip begins, Ghosts of the Northern Line, written by Dan McDaid with art by Paul Grist.

Plus!

All the latest news, previews, reviews, competitions... and four free packs of Alien Armies trading cards plus an exclusive card, unavailable anywhere else!

Issue 414 of Doctor Who magazine is on sale now at all good newsagents until 11th November priced £3.99 per copy.

Doctor Who Adventures - Issue 137

The cover and info on this week's edition of Doctor Who Adventures magazine:

FREE SARAH JANE ADVENTURES MAG IN THIS WEEK’S DOCTOR WHO ADVENTURES!

They’re back! Doctor Who Adventures celebrates the return of Sarah Jane and her fellow defenders of Earth with an exclusive 12-page pull-out guide to the new series. It’s packed full of episode secrets, monsters, fantastic facts and interviews with the cast-– including K-9.

Ever fancied a trip in the Tardis? Doctor Who Adventures brings you its guide to successful time travel. Don’t miss these essential dos and don’ts - and remember to always be polite to Queen Victoria.

Also this week, Doctor Who Adventures looks at the top 10 sonic moments in Doctor Who, the Second Doctor’s regeneration, and there’s a cool comic strip, too.

PLUS - Last week, Blue Peter announced a competition to design a Tardis console. The winning entry will be chosen by the new Doctor, Matt Smith, and will appear in an episode of the new series! You’ll find a template to use for your design in the magazine this week - so get creating.

All this and…

• Free Master’s pen and notepad set.
• Two free packs of trading cards.
• Great new posters.
• Puzzles and competitions.
• Subscription offer - subscribe today and save a fantastic 30% plus, get a Doctor Who: The Ultimate Monster Guide book free!

Issue 137 of Doctor Who Adventures magazine is on sale now at all good newsagents until 21st October priced £2.10 per copy.

SJA: Series 3 Premiere & The Eternity Trap Synopsis

The new series of The Sarah Jane Adventures begins today on BBC One and BBC HD at 4:35pm and continues tomorrow at the same time, read on for the synopsis:

PRISONER OF THE JUDOON: PART ONE - by Phil Ford
In the first of this two-part adventure, Sarah Jane and the gang face the most dangerous day of their lives, as the rhino-like Judoon return. When prisoner Androvax the Destroyer crash-lands on Earth, a Veil is set free and starts to turn Earth’s technology against itself. And his next intended victim is Sarah Jane.

PRISONER OF THE JUDOON: PART TWO - by Phil Ford
Luke, Clyde and Rani fight their most fearsome enemy yet - Sarah Jane Smith - in the second episode of this two-part, alien-busting adventure. As the Judoon fleet approaches Earth, it's a race against time to stop Androvax. But with Genetech's technology on the rampage, and Rani's parents taken prisoner, can anything stop the Army of the Infinitesimal?

Both episodes will be available to watch on BBC iPlayer soon after broadcast. The series continues next week with The Mad Woman in the Attic - more information coming then.

Also, the BBC Press Office have released the synopsis for the fourth two-part story of the third series of The Sarah Jane Adventures, read on for further details:

THE ETERNITY TRAP: PART ONE - by Joseph Lidster

A haunted house, with mysterious whispers and secrets in the shadows attracts Sarah Jane's attention in the first of a new, two-part adventure. When Professor Rivers and the gang investigate an old legend, a monstrous creature appears in the night as the terrifying grasp of Erasmus Darkening reaches out from centuries past.

THE ETERNITY TRAP: PART TWO - by Joseph Lidster

Sarah Jane and the gang discover the secrets of Erasmus Darkening, in the second and concluding part of The Eternity Trap, but are they too late? As ghosts from the past rise up, and the quest to find the missing children reaches a climax, it seems that nothing can stop the ancient alchemist's rise to victory.

The Sarah Jane Adventures: The Eternity Trap will broadcast between Thursday 5th and Friday 6th November at 4:35pm BBC One and BBC HD.

SJA: Event in Liverpool

Next weekend, a Sarah Jane Adventures event will be taking place at the Liverpool One shopping centre, featuring activites for children to do and an exclusive screening of The Wedding of Sarah Jane Smith before it's TV premire, read on for further details:

Join us for the premier of a brand new CBBC episode of The Sarah Jane Adventures in Liverpool on Saturday 24th and Sunday 25th October.

Come along for this sneak preview from the makers of Doctor Who and meet the stars of the show - Anjli Mohindra (Rani), Tommy Knight (Luke) and Daniel Anthony (Clyde).

Terms and Conditions:

1. Tickets are limited to six per family and on a first come first served basis.

2. This event is designed for 6-12 year olds, and they must be accompanied by an adult or guardian at all times.

3. All events are subject to change and/or cancellation.

Alternatively drop by Liverpool One shopping centre for more free activities. Meet K.9 and a replica of the infamous Mr Smith super computer. You could also be filmed in a virtual Sarah Jane Adventures.

Or even be made up to look like an alien from the show with our face-painting team. No need to book, just come along early on the day to join in. Event opens at 10:00am.

To book tickets to see the special screening of The Wedding of Sarah Jane Smith, click here. The Sarah Jane Adventures returns on Thursday 15th October at 4:35pm on BBC One and BBC HD.

SJA: Series 3 Trailer & Quiz Book

The BBC have released a new online trailer advertising the upcoming third series of The Sarah Jane Adventures, you can watch it above. The Sarah Jane Adventures returns on Thursday 15th October at 4:35pm on BBC One and BBC HD.

Penguin Books have revealed the cover and synopsis for a new Sarah Jane Adventures quiz book:

To join Sarah Jane and her friends in investigating alien goings-on, you'll need first-rate observation and investigation skills! Test what you've learnt from all three series of The Sarah Jane Adventures with these fantastic quizzes!

The Sarah Jane Adventures quiz book is on sale from 5th November at all good bookstores priced £4.99 per copy.

Doctor Who: 4th Doctor Figure - FP Exclusive

Character Options have revealed yet another classic Doctor Who figure exclusive to Forbidden Planet stores:

Fourth Doctor with Sonic Screwdriver & Tardis Control Panel
Bring back fond memories of long scarfs, a penchant for jelly babies and hiding behind the sofa on Saturday nights with this great action figure from the much loved BBC classic.

The figure is on sale exclusively at Forbidden Planet stores from 16th December priced £14.99 per purchase. In other news: Blue Peter have launched a competition for Doctor Who fans to design a new Tardis console that will feature in one episode of the next series, click here for more info.

Doctor Who Adventures - Issue 136

The cover and info on this week's edition of Doctor Who Adventures magazine:

MONSTER ALERT

This week, Doctor Who Adventures is monster packed, with loads of facts about the stinky Slitheen and the flesh-feasting Vashta Nerada.

Our Top 10 this week is all about the grossest Slitheen scenes! Top scenes include the Slitheen experimenting on the brain of a poor old pig and the Doctor stopping a Slitheen with breath freshener, but who will come top in this gross countdown?

Silence in the Library and Forest of the Dead are the focus of this week’s story guide. Find out what happens when the Doctor and Donna arrive on a planet where every book ever written is stored. Beware, as danger lurks in the shadows!

As the new Doctor’s arrival approaches, Doctor Who Adventures goes back to 1963 to meet the first Doctor, and we also look into what causes the Time Lord to regenerate!

All this and…

• Two free packs of trading cards!
• Free glow-in-the-dark Slitheen.
• Great new posters!
• Puzzles and competitions.
• Subscription offer - subscribe today and save a fantastic 40%.

Issue 136 of Doctor Who Adventures magazine is on sale now at all good newsagents until 14th October priced £2.10 per copy.

SJA: The Wedding of Sarah Jane Smith - Synopsis

The BBC Press Office have released the synopsis for the third two-part story from the third series of The Sarah Jane Adventures, read on for further details:

THE WEDDING OF SARAH JANE SMITH: PART ONE - by Gareth Roberts

Sarah Jane has met Peter Dalton and wants him to become part of her life, as the adventure series continues; perhaps he could become a father to Luke? But Clyde suspects that Peter is hiding a secret or two, especially when he and Rani find an empty house where Peter says his home should be. 

The Doctor makes a spectacular return on the happiest day of Sarah Jane's life, but a deadly trap is awaiting them all. As the strands of a clever and careful plan come together, can even a Time Lord save Sarah Jane on the day of her arch-enemy's greatest triumph?

THE WEDDING OF SARAH JANE SMITH: PART TWO - by Gareth Roberts

The Doctor joins the battle, as the power of the Pantheon of Discord grows in strength, in the second and concluding part of this week's story, but a deadly trap is waiting for them all.

But is the last of the Time Lords too late to save both his old companion and Earth itself? As the strands of a clever and careful plan draw together, the two friends are separated across different time zones and must fight to save each other. For one, there's a terrible price to pay.

The Sarah Jane Adventures: The Wedding of Sarah Jane Smith will broadcast between Thursday 29th and Friday 30th October at 4:35pm BBC One and BBC HD.

Doctor Who Files Collection - Cover & Info

The cover and details of a new Doctor Who collection book.

DOCTOR WHO FILES COLLECTION
All 14 Doctor Who Files collected together in one limited collector's edition, along with the previously unpublished Donna file and several pages of updates. Printed in a flex-back format with gilded edges that hide secret messages, and housed in an out-of-this-world Tardis blue acetate slipcase that when removed reveals the true cover of the Doctor Who Files.

The Doctor Who Files collection book is on sale now at all good bookstores priced £29.99 per copy.

Doctor Who DVD Files - Issue 20

The cover and info on this fortnight's edition of Doctor Who DVD Files magazine:

Episode Guide: Utopia/ The Sound of Drums

Enemies: Supreme Dalek

Technology: Laser Screwdriver

Allies: Chantho

Behind the Scenes: Prosthetics

Issue 20 of the Doctor Who DVD Files is on sale from today at all good newsagents until 20th October priced £6.99 per copy.

Doctor Who: New Series 5 Logo Revealed!

The BBC have today revealed the new Doctor Who logo which will present the fifth series of the show onwards. More info on the logo can be found here from the official Doctor Who site. Series five of Doctor Who is currently being filmed and is due for broadcast next Spring on BBC One and BBC HD.

Doctor Who: 3rd Doctor Figure with Maggots - FP Exclusive

Character Options have revealed yet another classic Doctor Who figure exclusive to Forbidden Planet:

Third Doctor with 3 Maggots
UNIT is called in after a miner from the Welsh village of Llanfairfach is found dead, his skin glowing bright green. Jo joins forces with a local environmental group, led by Professor Clifford Jones, while the Doctor investigates the nearby plant of a company called Global Chemicals.
They discover that the mine workings are full of giant maggots and green slime - both lethal to touch - that have been produced by chemical waste pumped from the Global plant.

This elegant figure of the Third Doctor, is shown with long trousers and his familiar black jacket with red piping. Wriggling along with him are three deadly and highly toxic giant maggots courtesy of chemical mutation.

The figure is on sale exclusively at Forbidden Planet stores from 16th October priced £24.99 per purchase.

SJA: The Mad Woman in the Attic - Synopsis

The BBC Press Office have released the synopsis for the second two-part story of the third series of The Sarah Jane Adventures, read on for more details:

THE MAD WOMAN IN THE ATTIC: PART ONE - by Joseph Lidster

Rani investigates strange rumours about a demon living in a funfair at the seaside. What she finds there, however, is far more alarming than that and she makes a decision that affects not only her future, but also the futures of all those she cares about… Far in the future, in 2059, an old Rani remembers the day when her whole life went wrong. As her younger self investigates mysterious disappearances at an abandoned funfair, she sets into motion a chain of events which unleash the terrible powers of the alien Eve.

THE MAD WOMAN IN THE ATTIC: PART TWO - by Joseph Lidster

Alien Eve’s powers grow out of control, with everyone caught in her sinister and endless games. As the echoes of an ancient war threaten the modern world, the danger extends all the way to the year 2059. If Rani fails to change her own destiny, then everyone is doomed.

The Sarah Jane Adventures: The Mad Woman in the Attic will broadcast between Thursday 22nd and Friday 23rd October at 4:35pm BBC One and BBC HD.

Doctor Who Adventures - Issue 135

The cover and info on this week's edition of Doctor Who Adventures magazine:

UPGRADED!
This week, Doctor Who Adventures magazine has loads of facts about Cybermen. We look at why these metal menaces want to upgrade everyone.

We find out how the design team created the Cybermen in this week’s behind-the-scenes feature. Discover how long it took to build them, how they got the Cyber army to walk in sync and what happened the first time the actors put the suits on.

This week’s Top 10 is full of laughs! We’ve got all the greatest Doctor Who funny moments, including Donna meeting the Doctor again and Rose getting drenched with disinfectant.

All this and...

• Two free packs of trading cards!
• Free Cyber head frame, so you can upgrade to Cyberkind!
• 3 AMAZING posters!
• Puzzles and competitions.
• Subscription offer - subscribe today and save a fantastic 40%.

Issue 135 of Doctor Who Adventures magazine is on sale from today at all good newsagents until 7th October priced £2.10 per copy.