Barry Ward's blog

We are delighted to be able to confirm that 9 episodes from the Troughton era, until now considered lost, have been recovered. They are parts 1,2,4,5 & 6 of Enemy of the World, and parts 2,4,5 & 6 of The Web of Fear.

These stories were originally broadcast back to back between 23rd December 1967 and 9th March 1968.

Our very own Antony Wainer has contributed to the November issue of Collectors Gazette. They have dedicated the issue to Doctor Who and Antony has dug into his Celestial Toybox to provide the gazette with a selection of his favourite items.

For the full story and further information on the Collectors Gazette click here.

The new star of Doctor Who will be revealed in a special live programme on Sunday, the BBC has announced.

The half-hour show, presented by Zoe Ball, will feature an interview with the new lead, as well as 11th Doctor Matt Smith and executive producer Steven Moffat.

"The decision is made and the time has come to reveal who's taking over the Tardis," Moffat said.

Here is an opportunity for our Facebook friends to join DWAS at a special price.

If you 'Like' us on Facebook (and if not, why not?) then for only £5 you can sign up for the following:

• A one-off PDF edition of 'Celestial Toyroom' featuring a selection of items from recent issues, sent to you by email

Nicola Bryant has entered the 'Search For A Twitter Star Composer'.

If you'd like to hear the entries go to: http://www.westendproducer.co.uk/

Nicola's entry is on the top of page 4 submissions.

Please vote!

We are very sad to report the death of actor Bernard Horsfall who died today at the age of 82.

It's snowing!

That might mean trouble and delays for most of the country - but we know that Doctor Who fans are a hardy bunch who will be itching to build their very own snowman based on the ones from the Christmas special 'The Snowmen'.

The DWAS were very sad to hear of the death of Sir Patrick Moore. He hosted the BBC's astronomy programme 'The Sky at Night' since it began in 1957 - making it the BBC's longest running programme. We will also remember him for his guest appearance in 'The Eleventh Hour'. He will be sadly missed.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-20657939