Haydon the Womble runs the London Marathon
Haydon, the mascot of AFC Wimbledon football club, is fundraising for Dons Local Action Group.

Haydon, the mascot of AFC Wimbledon football club, is fundraising for Dons Local Action Group.

A new retrospective exhibition tells the story of the Wombles’ journey from books to screen and pop stardom. Elisabeth Beresford’s son, Marcus Robertson, cut the ribbon for the official opening.

Guernsey Post is issuing a set of stamps featuring photographs of the Womble trail of wooden statues on Alderney.

The Wombles had eight Top 40 singles in 1974 and 1975, with four in the Top 10. Most of the UK singles were only released in a generic sleeve, while Germany and some other countries had picture sleeves.

Explore an interactive timeline of events in the history of the Wombles.

See my collection of Wombles soft toys, from 1970s originals right up to the latest products.