November 20, 2025
BBC Studios partners with English Heritage for a special event on Doctor Who Day.
BBC Studios today announces a show-stopping finale to its global fan activation: the Doctor’s iconic TARDIS will land at UNESCO World Heritage Site Stonehenge on Doctor Who Day, Sunday 23rd November, in partnership with English Heritage.
This bold and unique brand moment marks the culmination of VWORP AROUND THE WORLD, an interactive digital treasure hunt hosted on UNIT HQ that has engaged fans worldwide through five digital missions to crack codes and find clues disseminated across Doctor Who social channels, unlocking exclusive digital rewards.
In partnership with English Heritage, the TARDIS will land at Stonehenge, offering fans the chance to see the TARDIS up close in one of the UK’s most historic and awe-inspiring settings. Doctor Who fans will recognise Stonehenge as the site of an iconic clash between Matt Smith's Eleventh Doctor, an army of Roman centurions and a sky full of enemy spacecraft in Series 5's penultimate adventure, The Pandorica Opens.
“Doctor Who Day is all about creating unforgettable experiences for fans,” said Sarah Bold, Head of Marketing, Doctor Who Brand, BBC Studios. “Bringing the TARDIS to Stonehenge unites two icons of British culture in a way that celebrates imagination, heritage, and fandom. We’re thrilled to partner with English Heritage to make this moment truly special.”
Richard Dewdney, Stonehenge Operations Manager at English Heritage commented: “We’re excited to welcome back the Doctor Who universe to Stonehenge, having provided the backdrop to an episode of the iconic TV series fifteen years ago. We hope that fans who visit us to discover the TARDIS’s location will also enjoy exploring the mysteries of Stonehenge.”
Fans can continue to follow the adventure and join the celebrations via the Doctor Who website, social media channels, and the Doctor Who newsletter. The hashtag #DoctorWhoDay will be used across platforms to unite fans worldwide. Plus, fans can continue the celebration by exploring exclusive merchandise on the Doctor Who Shop, featuring collectibles, apparel, and gifts inspired by every era of the show.
