But work commitments mean Alex Kingston is no longer able to attend

This announcement is also slightly bittersweet, because we we’re very sad to have to report that Alex Kingston, aka Doctor Who’s River Song, has been forced to pull out due to shifting production dates changing her commitments on Upstairs, Downstairs . But Anthony Head! And Colin Baker!

Anthony Head and THE Colin Baker will be appearing at the SFX Weekender 3 – Anthony on Friday 3 February and Colin on Saturday 4 February. They join a whole galaxy of stars at the event, including another Doctor (Sylvester McCoy), companion Ace (Sophie Aldred) and Torchwood ’s Gwen Cooper (Eve Myles). We’ll also be welcoming both incarnations of Red Dwarf ’s Holly (Norman Lovett and Hattie Hayridge), the one-and-only Brian Blessed, and Craig Charles, who returns to DJ on the Saturday nig🔯ht.

Throw in dozens of top authors, comic book artists, panel discussions, screenings, the Blastermind quiz, 2000 AD’s 35 ^th birthday party, the Imaginarium cabaret show, the Maskerade Ball, a Cosplay Competition and the presentation of the SFX Awards 2012 and you&rsquo𒊎;re looking at the only place any self-respe༒cting science fiction fan would want to be.

The SFX Weekender 3 takes place at Prestatyn Sands holiday camp in North Wales on Friday 3 February and Saturday 4 February 2012. Residential tickets are completely sold out but day passes are still available. Make sure you get yours before it's too late! Book now by calling 08700 1𒉰1 00 34, or head to for more information.