Author: Parker

Thunderbirds is FAB at Slough Museum

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Meet Dee Anderson and Mary Turner!

As part of their ongoing Thunderbirds 60 Years exhibition, Slough Museum will be hosting puppeteer, sculptor and director Mary Turner and actress/singer and daughter of Gerry and Sylvia Anderson, for a one-day special on Sunday 23rd November.

The event promises appearances by other guests to celebrate the world of Thunderbirds, with displays and demonstrations of puppets, art and models.

The event is free but due to limited space you’re encouraged to email info@sloughmuseum.co.uk to guarantee a place.

Slough Museum, 72 Buckingham Avenue, Slough Trading Estate, Slough SL1 4PN

You can now stay at Sylvia Anderson’s former home

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Sundial Cottage is now part of the Monkey Island Estate Hotel

The former home of writer, director, actor/voice artist and co-creator of all Anderson programmes and films from Supercar to Space:1999, Sylvia Anderson, is now available to book as one of the private residences at Monkey Island Estate Hotel in Bray, Berkshire.

This wonderful 19th century home is located next-door to Long White Cloud. Quaint yet spacious, Sundial Cottage houses three large, gorgeous bedroom suites along with a high-spec kitchen-diner and cosy living room for unwinding in the evenings. Guests can also make use of the beautifully kept, secluded garden.

Monkey Island Estate lies on a picturesque island in the River Thames in the historic village of Bray, Berkshire. The island has a rich history centuries old, and has been the haunt of monarchs, aristocrats and artists, along with writers, famous performers and Berkshire locals and now is home to one of the finest hotels in Bray. The two grade I listed heritage pavilions which form the property were originally commissioned as a fishing retreat in 1723 by the third Duke of Marlborough. These have been completely restored and renovated, with beautifully landscaped gardens and picturesque views of the River Thames. Set across seven acres, Monkey Island Estate features 40 exquisite guest rooms, and the Grade 1 listed Wedgewood Suite, designed by the award-winning New York-based Champalimaud Design. The furnishings juxtapose timeless glamour and traditional features with a modern, countryside style, creating a unique blend of past and present. It’s the perfect base from which to explore the area or just immerse yourself in history against the backdrop of the delightful village of Bray.

The new owners are proud to acknowledge Sylvia’s connection with this photo display upon entering the property!

Mini album offer – just in time for Christmas

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Save on mini albums and get Set 11 free!

Our mini albums are a great way spending time with your favourite characters, whether it’s whilst doing the gardening, on a long journey, in bed, or just relaxing. Now, until the end of the year you can get 3 for the price of 2 sets, and we’ll pop in Set 11 free of charge too!

Until 31st December, buy 3 (or more) mini albums for the price of 2 (33% off)! Don’t put Set 11 in your basket – we’ll add that when your order is dispatched. Click here to see our complete range.

Just apply the coupon code CHRISSY-MINIALBUMS at checkout before you pay.

OFFER TERMS AND CONDITIONS (in addition to our standing Ts&Cs)

  • This offer is for Fanderson members only.
  • Members must buy both all items detailed in the same transaction.
  • Apply the coupon code(s) before you pay to get the discount. You can use more than one code in the same transaction
  • Members must apply the coupon code themselves to get the discount. It cannot be applied after you have paid, and we cannot apply it retroactively.
  • This is an online-only offer. It cannot be redeemed via the post.
  • Offer ends 31st December 2025

A great offer to add some Anderson sparkle to your Christmas tree!

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Fanderson key rings make a great Christmas tree decoration

As well as making it easy to keep your keys safe, our range of key rings make great decorations for your Christmas tree. Choose from Fireball XL5, Spectrum, Moonbase Alpha or TV21. All made with quality enamel on moulded metal backing, these decorations will last for years!

For November, buy 4 (or more) key rings for the price of 3 (25% off)! Just apply the coupon code CHRISSY-DECS at checkout before you pay.

OFFER TERMS AND CONDITIONS (in addition to our standing Ts&Cs)

  • This offer is for Fanderson members only.
  • Members must buy both all items detailed in the same transaction.
  • Apply the coupon code(s) before you pay to get the discount. You can use more than one code in the same transaction
  • Members must apply the coupon code themselves to get the discount. It cannot be applied after you have paid, and we cannot apply it retroactively.
  • This is an online-only offer. It cannot be redeemed via the post.
  • Offer ends 31st December 2025

Make some space for our final FAB Monthly offer

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Make some space for our final FAB Monthly offer!

Our monthly offers through the year have helped members to discover the club’s FAB magazine. They’ve told us “It’s an amazing magazine” or “I never knew how much there is in each issue”. Although a large number of members have been with Fanderson for years, and so may have received FAB as part of their membership package, there’s a significant number who have joined since.

To encourage that latter group to take a punt on ordering some copies, our monthly series of discounts are focussed on specific series. November is our final month, so we’ll turn our attention to The Secret Service, Space Police and Space Precinct. Quite a few issues have sold out since we started these offers in January. Get your order in now as stock on many issues is quite low – don’t miss out!

Buy any five or more issues of FAB magazine that contain The Secret Service, Space Police and/or Space Precinct content (conveniently, you can see them all by clicking on The Secret Service, Space Police or Space Precinct) in one transaction, apply the coupon code FAB-NOV-SERVICE at checkout, and you’ll get a whopping 50% off those issues.

Recognition for Honorary Members at Project Ford

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Puppeteer, sculptor and director Mary Turner and actor, voice artist and writer Keith Alexander were recognised for their contributions to the Anderson productions, and to Fanderson, by becoming Honorary Members of the world’s only official Gerry and Sylvia Anderson appreciation society.

Mary and Keith were presented with certificates at the Project Ford event on 31st October 2025 and will receive free membership of the club.

[UPDATED] Growing up with Thunderbirds – Gerry and Sylvia’s daughter Dee Anderson on tour

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Dee Anderson is embarking on a tour of the UK, sharing her memories of ‘growing up with Thunderbirds‘

UPDATED 31/10/25 with BFI date and link

As the daughter of Sylvia and Gerry Anderson, Dee Anderson, lived and breathed the magic of Thunderbirds and all the other Supermarionation programmes as a child. In this show, Dee presents a heartfelt tribute to the boundless imagination and thrilling adventures that defined a generation.

Gerry and Sylvia’s extraordinary legacy comes to life on stage like never before, inviting you into the world of a child who grew up with Thunderbirds. In her words “It was simply FAB!”

Dates/venues being added as confirmed and tickets become available:

Supercar on Blu-ray Disc from Imprint

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It’s the marvel of the age!

The next Anderson release from classic film and television distributor Via Vision is to be Supercar, on their Imprint label.

Intrepid pilot Mike Mercury takes to the skies in the Supermarionation series , created by the legendary duo Gerry and Sylvia Anderson, combining their iconic Supermarionation puppetry and scale model special effects, to enthral audiences young and old. Featuring the voice acting talents of David Graham, George Murcell, Graydon Gould, Sylvia Anderson and Cyril Shaps. With Professor Popkiss manning the console, and the eccentric Dr. Beaker providing his customary blend of erudition and genius, the stage is set for an adventure series that blends action, humour and charm in equal measure.

Every episode of the sci-fi classic series launches onto Blu-ray Disc,This 5-disc Blu-ray set includes all 39 episodes, two new audio commentaries, plus 48-page hardcover booklet in Limited Edition hardbox packaging (1500 copies).

Special features and technical specs:

  • 1080p high-definition presentation on Blu-ray Disc
  • Audio commentary on Rescue by co-creator Gerry Anderson
  • NEW Audio commentary on The White Line by ITC Entertained The World podcast hosts Jaz Wiseman and Al Samujh
  • Audio commentary on The Runaway Train by co-creator Gerry Anderson
  • NEW Audio commentary on The Sky’s the Limit by ITC Entertained The World podcast hosts Jaz Wiseman and Al Samujh
  • Full Boost Vertical: The Supercar Story – featurette
  • Additional footage including textless backgrounds, commercial break footage, and foreign language main titles
  • Bill Mevin’s Supercar Home Movie – footage from AP Films’ studio during production of Supercar
  • Image Galleries
  • Audio: English LPCM 2.0 Mono
  • Original Aspect Ratio: 1.33
  • Optional English HOH Subtitles

Release date is 7th January 2026, and you can pre-order your copy here.

The Last Sunset Space:1999 convention, Manchester, 2026

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Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Gerry and Sylvia Anderson’s Space:1999

The team behind the Destination: Moonbase Alpha virtual events in 2021 and 2022, as well as live events in Calgary (2023), London (2024) and Los Angeles (2025) are hosting this historic event, which will include an incredible array of your favourite celebrities, writers, producers, directors, visual effects wizards, and key behind-the-scenes personnel. They’ll have a wide variety of programming to enjoy, with recollections of working on the series from your favourite celebrities, plus autographs and photo-ops that’ll create lasting memories!

Nick Tate is already on board to appear, and the guest list will grow over the coming months. In the past they’ve hosted Barbara Bain, Prentis Hancock, Catherine Schell, Anton Phillips, John Hug, Jess Conrad, Yasuko Nagazumi, Brian Johnson, Martin Bower, Suzanne Peterson, Quentin Pierre, Carla Romanelli, Gianni Garko, and Orso Maria Guerrini, Carolyn Seymour, Karl Held, Kathryn Leigh Scott, Ina Skriver, Pam Rose, Loftus Burton, Jack McKenzie, Paul Weston, Nick Brimble, Julian Glover, Isla Blair, Director Peter Medak from Space:1999, and Gerry and Sylvia’s daughter Dee Anderson.

There will also be an amazing exhibit of original props, models, set-pieces and costumes in our exclusive screen-used props and museum area, world-premiere presentations, a dealers/vendor room, VIP access, charity auctions and a few other very special surprises you won’t want to miss! They’re also planning to visit famous filming locations used in other sci-fi franchises such as The Prisoner, a tour of some local film and recording studio and more!

Manchester: 1999 – A 50th Anniversary Celebration will proudly welcome fans and aficionados from around the world from 11th to 13th September, 2026 – hard to believe, but that’ll be exactly 50 years next September that Space:1999 premiered around the world!

Following a long tradition of charitable work in the name of Space:1999, the convention will be raising money for noble causes this year – continuing to support their previous charities: Alzheimer’s, in memory of Gerry Anderson, GOSH – The Great Ormond Street Hospital, in memory of Sylvia Anderson.

Great Corgi offer for Fanderson members!

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Great offer for Fanderson members!

To celebrate the latest additions of Thunderbirds 4 and 5, our friends at Corgi are offering Fanderson members 10% of everything in the range of die-cast vehicles from Gerry and Sylvia Anderson’s productions.

Corgi’s range currently includes Thunderbirds 1 and 3, 2 and 4, 4 and 5, Lady Penelope’s Rolls Royce FAB 1, Stingray, Spectrum Pursuit Vehicle and Angel Interceptor. All six Thunderbirds models are coming soon in an Ultimate Collection too!

To get money off your order just apply the coupon code GERRYTEN when you go to checkout.

See the full range at Corgi.