When nerds collide

Mr Poole said two other members of his club, one dressed as the 10th Doctor and the other as Judge Dredd, had waited outside the venue.

“This wasn’t a fight between Star Wars fans and Doctor Who fans with lightsabers and sonic screwdrivers drawn,” he said.

“It’s a bit sad and pathetic. We’re all in the same boat. We’re not in competition.

“We’d like to extend the hand of friendship.”