Wombles’ names on Pointless
The BBC One quiz show Pointless had a round on children’s TV characters, in which the contestants had to name either Muppets or Wombles.
Wombles news
Wombling merry Christmas presents
Give your loved ones the gift of wombling, or get some ideas for your own festive wishlist. Just don’t forget to reuse or recycle the wrapping paper!
Mike Batt launches his autobiography at Foyles
For his official book launch, Mike Batt held an ‘in conversation’ event at the flagship Foyles bookshop on Charing Cross Road in London.
Inside the Womble suit: Mike Batt publishes his autobiography
A review of Mike Batt’s memoirs, as he swaps his piano keyboard for a computer keyboard.
Mike Batt and The Wombles appear on This Morning
Mike Batt was interviewed on the ITV1 television show This Morning, and The Wombles band performed The Wombling Song.
Wombles limerick on Richard Osman’s House Of Games
The Wombles were part of a limerick round called ‘There Once Was a Quiz Host Called Richard…’.
Age UK sells Wombles badges, calendars and Christmas cards
A new range of limited edition Wombles products is available at Age UK charity shops.
The Wombles exhibit at Brand Licensing Europe with a stand made of recycled materials
The Wombles showcased their environmental message with an exhibition stand made of reused and recycled objects, including some huge Womble figures made from natural materials.
Wombles statues unveiled on Alderney
The island of Alderney has a new Womble trail of five wooden statues, sponsored by local businesses.
Wombles benches installed on Wimbledon Piazza
Three Wombles benches have been temporarily installed on the Piazza in Wimbledon town centre.
Bargain Hunt celebrates the Wombles
The BBC antiques game show Bargain Hunt has featured a lovely segment on the Wombles, with an interview with Kate and Marcus Robertson.
Common vision: 50 years of The Wombles on TV
It’s 50 years since The Wombles first appeared on our TV screens in stop-motion animation, starting on 5 February 1973 on BBC1.