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.
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Underground comedy: The Wombles in Detectorists
The Wombles were mentioned in an episode of the award-winning BBC4 sitcom Detectorists.
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.
The Wombles launch The Big Tidy Up
Keep Britain Tidy launched its Diamond Jubilee Big Tidy Up with the help of The Wombles, Kirstie Allsopp and local schoolchildren on Wimbledon Common.
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 theme park announced in April Fools joke
Wimbledon Guardian exclusively revealed ‘shock plans’ to build Wombledonia on the site of Wimbledon Greyhound Stadium…
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.
Street named Orinoco Lane in Wimbledon
A road in Wimbledon has been named Orinoco Lane by the local council – though it’s not named after the Wombles…
Wombles storytelling at Wimbledon Bookfest 2011
In a big marquee on the edge of Wimbledon Common, families gathered to meet Great Uncle Bulgaria, listen to some stories and join in with a few songs. Find out more and see the photos.
Wombles activities for children and families
There are several Wombles-themed events taking place around the country – in Bradford, Newcastle, Cheltenham and Wimbledon – as well as online activities to keep kids entertained.