Richard and Judy - taste arbiters for the next generation?

It seems that Richard and Judy have extended their successful Book Idea club to form a new club for children. Their first set of recommendations includes 'The Wombles'. Quite right, too.

Rubbish hotel

Ever thought the hotel in which you stayed was rubbish? Well, now there is a hotel which is genuinely rubbish. No Wombles fan could ignore this! If you're Madrid-bound, you know where to stay...

Sad news

Sorry to read that Elisabeth Beresford has passed away. Her work has given, and will continue to give, a great deal of pleasure to children of all ages. I met her a while ago; she was both charming and helpful, and will be greatly missed.