Myths and legends abound in Doctor Who. They are a rich seam of fantastical tales to tap into for exciting adventures. Doctor Who has featured many, from Medusa to the Minotaur – and often more than once! Test your legendary knowledge with this quick crossword! – Code Nine x
As the Summer Solstice was not so long ago, I thought it might be a good idea to set free all kinds of mythical creatures on this blog. Doctor Who has plundered myths and legends for decades – the outlandish monsters and tales have always been a good fit for the series, providing scientific explanations for the fairy stories we tell ourselves. So, this week you need to think about the misty realms of fantasy Read more…
YOU, BOY! YOU’RE LATE! Those words send a shiver down my spine, even by typing them. Not from direct experience but because of the fearsome Mr Bronson in Grange Hill, played by none other than the brilliant Michael Sheard. As you will know, he also appeared as the Headmaster of Coal Hill School under the control of the Daleks – something I suspected of my real life teachers at the time. This week’s Quick Crossword Read more…
It may be the summer holidays right now, but Code Nine is going back to school. I can practically smell the chalk dust in the air as I type and the theme from Grange Hill is going round and round in my head as I write. Doctor Who has had a remit to educate from its inception, and surely, the inclusion of schools and universities in its stories reflect that mission. Featuring schools also plays Read more…
