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.”