The Wombles feature on BBC Countryfile
The environmental television programme Countryfile will visit Wimbledon Common on 4 July, including an interview with Elisabeth Beresford’s daughter Kate.
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Wombling merry Christmas presents
Give your loved ones the gift of wombling, or get some ideas for your own Wombles wishlist – books, CDs, toys and more.
The Wombles feature in Fortnum & Mason documentary
Inside Fortnum & Mason includes an interview about ‘Fortune & Bason’ with author Elisabeth Beresford’s children, Kate and Marcus.
Common origins: 50 years since the first Wombles book was published
The very first Wombles book was published in September 1968. Look back at their bear-like beginnings and early evolution.
Wombles book appears on the Antiques Roadshow
The original 1968 Wombles book was featured on the BBC’s Antiques Roadshow, thanks to Elisabeth Beresford’s daughter Kate Robertson.
Bernard Cribbins reads from The Wombles in Wimbledon
Bernard Cribbins gave a live reading from The Wombles at a children’s theatre in Wimbledon on 17 January.
Costume drama: Mike Batt criticises ‘unlicensed’ Womble suit
The Wombles made headlines after Mike Batt complained on Twitter about unofficial costumes being used at Wimbledon BookFest.
Wombling in the rain: Wimbledon BookFest 2013
The popular Wombles storytelling and singalong returned to Wimbledon BookFest on 13 October for its fourth year.
Wombles storytelling at Wimbledon Bookfest 2012
The Wombles storytelling and singalong has become an annual tradition at Wimbledon Bookfest, with two sold-out sessions on 14 October.
The Wombles book is Starbucks Pick of the Week
The Wombles ebook is Pick of the Week at Starbucks – it’s a free download from iTunes.