Doctor Who Online Auction in partnership with Propstore

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December 9, 2025 – London: BBC Studios has announced an exclusive Doctor Who online auction, in partnership with auction house Propstore. Running from 3 February to 19 February, the event will give fans globally the opportunity to own a piece of television history. ​ With bids starting at £100, the auction will feature over 200 iconic props and costumes spanning the show’s rich legacy. ​

Registration for the auction opens today at https://propstoreauction.com/auctions/info/id/494. Out of the 200 lots, bidders will have the chance to own the bronze Time War Dalek. The popular design of the Doctor's most terrifying foes was first introduced to the series in 2005 and has appeared in multiple episodes since. This specific Dalek was used in Matt Smith's final series opener, ‘Asylum of the Daleks’. ​

20% of the net hammer price will go to BBC Children in Need, to help make a difference to the lives of children and young people in communities across the UK. The remaining funds will help BBC Studios reinvest in the storage and preservation of thousands of historic Doctor Who props and costumes, ensuring the show’s heritage is protected for future generations.

“Doctor Who is built on the passion of its fans, and this auction is a way to celebrate that connection,” said Sarah Bold, Head of Marketing, Global Brands and Licensing BBC Studios. “By bidding, fans not only bring home a piece of television history, they also help us protect and preserve the incredible legacy of Doctor Who for future generations, while supporting BBC Children in Need.”

“Propstore is honoured to support BBC Children in Need with another Doctor Who auction,” said Stephen Lane, Founder and CEO at Propstore. “The 2025 Doctor Who charity sale earlier this year, and the response from fans was incredible. This new auction brings an even stronger selection, and we’re excited to see it raise even more for such an important cause.”

“Doctor Who has always been a wonderful friend to BBC Children in Need and we’re delighted to see the Whovian community come together once again,” said Tommy Nagra, Director of Content at BBC Children in Need. “Their support helps raise vital funds to make lives lighter for children and young people across the UK.”

Doctor Who fans can follow news via the Doctor Who website, social media channels, and the Doctor Who newsletter. Plus, exclusive merchandise is available on the Doctor Who Shop, featuring collectibles, apparel, and gifts inspired by every era of the show.

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^{About Doctor Who}

^{Quintessentially British, Doctor Who is one of the longest running sci-fi television series in the world with legions of fans across the globe since it was launched by the BBC in 1963. Doctor Who remains one of the most watched programmes on BBC iPlayer and season one was the BBC’s top drama for under 35s making it one of the biggest programmes for the demographic across broadcasters in the UK. Doctor Who has a variety of licensees and partnerships spanning comics and collectibles, audiobooks, podcasts and magazines. Since 2012, over 17 million Sonic Screwdrivers and action figures, 19 million DVDs and over one million tickets for Doctor Who live events have sold globally. In 2023, BBC iPlayer launched the Whoniverse, a dedicated area where UK viewers can see more than 800 shows within the orbit of Doctor Who. ​}

^{The War Between the Land and the Sea launched on BBC iPlayer and BBC One in the UK on Sunday 7 December, and will launch exclusively on Disney+ outside of the UK (where available) in 2026. Doctor Who will be back on our screens at Christmas 2026 with a special episode produced by Bad Wolf with BBC Studios for BBC iPlayer and BBC One. ​ ​}

^{About Propstore}

^{Founded in 1998 by film enthusiast Stephen Lane, Propstore has grown from a collector’s passion project into one of the world’s foremost authorities on entertainment memorabilia. The company bridges the worlds of film, art, and collecting—offering access to authentic screen-used props, costumes, and production artefacts that bring cinematic history to life.}

^{Working in close partnership with many of the world’s leading film studios, production companies, and entertainment brands, Propstore curates exclusive auctions and sales throughout the year, giving fans and collectors unparalleled access to items direct from the source.}

^{Since 2014, Propstore has hosted globally acclaimed live auctions featuring artefacts from the greatest moments in film and television. Alongside its flagship events, Propstore also runs regular online auctions and studio collaborations, with more than 5,000 items available for immediate purchase at www.propstore.com}

^{About BBC Children in Need}

^{Children need someone to turn to when the world feels too heavy and that’s why BBC Children in Need funds people and places across the UK, in the communities where you live - wherever children and young people need us most.}

^{With your support we can make sure there’s someone able to give food, clothes and beds to a child living without; someone qualified to talk a child who is anxious, isolated or grieving; someone trained to mentor teenagers in communities facing inequality, violence or lack of opportunity; someone to be there for children living with serious illness, disability or carrying a load that’s just too heavy to manage alone. ​}

^{Right now, we are only able to help 1 in 6 organisations who ask us for money. Your support matters more than ever before. Further information on BBC Children in Need can be found at www.bbcchildreninneed.co.uk}