DOCTOR WHO IN QUEENSGATE
Doctor Who stars and iconic monsters are set to invade Queensgate as the enw Whoseum prepares to open in Peterborough.
Peter Davison and Paul McGann are to make special appearances at Queensgate's Christmas Lights Switch On, on 21 November, ahead of the Whoseum's official opening on 23 November and major expansion in January 2027.
Doctor Who fans are in for an out-of-this-world treat as two stars of the legendary television series prepare to visit Queensgate Shopping Centre in Peterborough, ahead of the opening of an extraordinary new exhibition celebrating more than six decades of Doctor Who history.
Peter Davison, the Fifth Doctor, and Paul McGann, the Eighth Doctor, will be making special appearances at Queensgate on Saturday November 21, between 12pm and 3pm, as part of the centre's Christmas Lights Switch On celebrations.
You’ll have the opportunity to meet the Doctors and other familiar characters from the Doctor Who universe, while discovering more about the eagerly anticipated Whoseum, which officially opens just two days later.
Created by Rapido Trains in association with Peterborough Museum and Art Gallery, the ticketed exhibition will be located in Unit 79 at Queensgate Shopping Centre, near JD Sports and New Look, initially sharing the unit with Calendar Club.
Visitors will be transported through time and space as they explore the history of one of the world's longest-running television series, discovering the incredible creativity and craftsmanship behind some of its most memorable monsters.
From the legendary Daleks to a host of other unforgettable creatures, the exhibition will reveal how these iconic characters were created, how their costumes worked and why they have become such an important part of British popular culture.
For more than 60 years, the Doctor's adventures have captivated generations of audiences. While the TARDIS travels from planet to planet, it's often the monsters that leave the most lasting impression.
And the adventure doesn't end there!
From early January 2027, the Whoseum will double in size, taking over the entirety of Unit 79 to create an even bigger and more immersive experience.
The major expansion will introduce additional exhibition space, allowing even more monsters, props, costumes and recreated scenes to be showcased, giving fans another reason to return in the new year.
With further supporting exhibitions planned at Queensgate throughout 2027, the Whoseum is set to become an exciting addition to Peterborough's growing cultural and entertainment offering.
During summer 2025, Adventures in Time and Space at Peterborough Museum (pictured above) took visitors on a journey through the history of one of the world's longest-running television series, showcasing spaceships, ray guns, costumes, props and even the TARDIS itself.
Now the exhibition has regenerated, recreating classic scenes from the 1960s and presenting an extraordinary collection of familiar monsters and props.
Part restoration and part recreation, the Whoseum will present one of the largest arrays of Doctor Who monsters seen in years, surpassing last year's exhibition.
Led once again by curator Derek Handley, a dedicated team of technicians and experts has worked tirelessly to bring the exhibition to life.
Jason Shron, President of Rapido Trains, said: "For over 50 years, Doctor Who exhibitions have been a way for the fan community to engage with the original props and costumes of their favourite television programme. I'm delighted that Rapido Trains has helped bring the Whoseum to life, including some of my own costumes made by the talented Rob Allsopp, who was a bona fide monster maker for Doctor Who. I hope that Whovians all over the UK and around the world will make the trip to Peterborough to take a walk through Doctor Who history."
Sarah Wilson, Heritage Manager at Peterborough Museum, said: "I'm delighted that the monsters are coming back in force, thanks to our team from last year and Rapido Trains, and in such a spectacular way, with the inside of the TARDIS and a Dalek spaceship being brought back to life from long-lost Doctor Who episodes from 60 years ago. Only this time, you can see them for real!"
Catherine Lambert, Centre Director at Queensgate Shopping Centre, said: "We're absolutely thrilled to welcome the Whoseum to Queensgate and to play a part in bringing such an iconic piece of British television history to the heart of Peterborough.
"Having Peter Davison and Paul McGann joining us for our Christmas Lights Switch On on 21 November is incredibly exciting, and we're looking forward to welcoming fans and families to meet the Doctors and some familiar characters ahead of the exhibition's official opening.”
Tom Dexter, part of Film Peterborough, explained: "You have to remember that a vast percentage of monster costumes were only made to last for the duration of filming. As soon as one story was completed, the production team were already working two stories ahead, and the conveyor belt of monsters was relentless!"
Derek Handley, exhibition curator, added: "After last year, people kept asking me how we could top what we had achieved at the museum. I think we've found a way to do it."
Further information and booking details will be available through the Whoseum Facebook page at facebook.com/WHOSEUM or Instagram @WhoseumUK
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