The Olympic Flame journey
Give someone you know their moment to shine
With one year to go until the Olympic Flame arrives in the UK, London 2012 have announced the search for 8,000 Torchbearers to take part in the London 2012 Olympic Torch Relay.
We're sure you know some really inspirational people who appreciate the power of the Games. Nominate them to carry the Flame and they could have their moment to shine!
London 2012 are looking for amazing individuals whose personal stories will inspire millions of people as the 70-day Relay travels the length and breadth of the UK.
To find out more about nominating someone you know log on to london2012.com/olympictorchrelay
The Olympic Flame journey
The Olympic Flame journey will come within one hour's journey of 95 per cent of the UK, spreading the excitement of the Games to everyone. London 2012 have announced the towns and cities that will host celebrations on each evening of the Torch Relay, as well as daytime island visits.
Our region
The Olympic Flame will visit our region on the following days
- Alnwick - 14 June 2012
- Newcastle - 15 June 2012
- Durham - 16 June 2012
- Middlesbrough - 17 June 2012
To find out where the Flame is going visit london2012.com/olympictorchrelay
More locations along the route will be announced later in the year.
