Visit BBC Research and Development

Kingswood Warren - the 19th century Surrey house that is currently home to the BBC's world-renowned Research & Development Department (R&D) - will be opening its doors to the public on 10 and 11 September as part of a national weekend of Heritage Open Days.According to the BBC's press release: "Visitors will not only be able to look round the impressive reception rooms and the beautiful … [Read more...]

Michael Sheard Dies

Like all Doctor Who fans we have been saddened to hear of the untimely death of Michael Sheard at the age of 65.The BBC report his agent has announced that "he had cancer and died at home on the Isle of Wight."Micheal was best known for playing Mr Bronson in the BBC's long-running children's TV drama Grange Hill but also appeared in a number of Doctor Who stories including the classic … [Read more...]

Tom Baker On Monarch and Who

The BBC have released the press pack for the seventh and final series of Monarch of the Glen including an interview with former Doctor Who and Monarch cast member, Tom Baker. According to the pack "eccentric Donald (Tom Baker), who returned to Glenbogle very much against his will last year, is finally at peace with his surroundings. He has fallen for the poetic charm of the Highland … [Read more...]

Peter Fincham Interview and BBC One Awards

Today's Independent includes and interview with BBC One Controller Peter Fincham in which he discusses the aims and aspirations he has for the BBC's flagship channel. BBC One Boss Peter Fincham He also discusses the success of Doctor Who despite the expectations of failure help by many media commentators saying, "It's a perfect example of what television is full of - the false … [Read more...]