All the updated news related to wombles

All the news related to wombles updated in real time

Found 7

forwombles

Order by:

Family of The Wombles creator pays tribute to Bernard Cribbins

The son of the writer who created The Wombles has praised Bernard Cribbins for the way in which he brought the famous characters to life. Veteran actor Cribbins, who has died aged 93, narrated the original Wombles TV series, and provided the voices ...

28 Jul 2022 at 16:19

Bernard Cribbins: All-round entertainer beloved by generations of children

Bernard Cribbins was one of the most versatile and popular entertainers of his generation, managing to be a favourite on children’s TV while also starring in the bawdy Carry On films. He could turn his hand to virtually any aspect of showbusiness, ...

28 Jul 2022 at 10:57

Bernard Cribbins, star of The Railway Children and Doctor Who, dies aged 93

Children’s TV star and entertainer Bernard Cribbins has died aged 93, his agent said. The veteran actor starred in the Carry On films, Doctor Who and the 1970 film The Railway Children. A statement from Gavin Barker Associates said: “Beloved ...

28 Jul 2022 at 12:06

Bernard Cribbins remembered as a ‘creative genius’ by leading TV figures

Children’s TV star and entertainer Bernard Cribbins has been remembered as a “creative genius” and a “legend” by those who worked with him following the news of his death aged 93. The death of the veteran actor, who starred in the Carry On ...

28 Jul 2022 at 17:15

Johnny Vegas on Wombles series: Richard E Grant’s voice perfect for storytelling

Johnny Vegas has said Richard E Grant’s voice “lends itself perfectly to storytelling” as he reflects on their The Wombles collaboration for Christmas. Comedian and Benidorm star Vegas has directed a newly recorded series of the beloved ...

09 Dec 2023 at 13:00

Son of The Wombles creator talks of expanding global legacy on 50th anniversary

The son of the writer who created The Wombles said the characters have only been seen through the “prism of Wimbledon Common”, but could have burrows all over the world as the TV show celebrates its golden anniversary. The children’s ...

05 Feb 2023 at 16:53

Music

Mike Batt: No regrets over The Wombles’ musical legacy

The musician behind the songs of The Wombles has said he “couldn’t possibly” regret creating hits such as Remember You’re A Womble. Marking 50 years of the novelty group, singer-songwriter Mike Batt, who also wrote the Art Garfunkel ...

19 Jun 2024 at 13:31

Years
2025

Iconic Media is Ireland's largest independently owned regional newspaper and media group, with an unrivalled audience in print, online and mobile. We have 19 regional newspapers and 21 digital sites.

Iconic Digital Titles

Iconic Print Titles

Letterkenny Live

This publication supports the work of the Press Council of Ireland and Office of the Press Ombudsman, and our staff operate within the Code of Practice of the Press Council. You can obtain a copy of the Code, or contact the Council, at www.presscouncil.ie, Lo-call 1800 208 080 or email: info@presscouncil.ie.