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London 2012 

Barking and Dagenham - Host Borough for the London 2012 Games 

The London 2012 Games begins in seven weeks

LOCOG anounces 50 ways you can still get involved

Don't miss out - we still have a few spaces left for Torch Relay Marshals   

We will have an army of volunteers lining the route to ensure the public have a safe and enjoyable day. Why not join our team of volunteers for this event or other cultural and sports events and competitions as part of the Gateway to the Games Volunteer Programme. Volunteers will receive a medal and 2012 badge and refreshments. Marshals will be required on Sunday 22 July from 7.30am - 1.30pm and attend one training session. 
To sign up or for more information email sarah.belchambers@lbbd.gov.uk or call 020 8227 2012.

Olympic Games Friday 27 July - Sunday 12 August 2012
Paralympic Games Wednesday 29 August - Sunday 9 September 2012
Countdown to the Olympics - 7 weeks 
Countdown to the Paralympics - 11 weeks

Torch Route in Barking and Dagenham

Barking and Dagenham is very proud to be one of the six host boroughs for the London 2012 Games. The borough will be a host location for the Olympic Torch Relay on Sunday 22 July 2012, when local people will be able to line the streets in celebration and welcome the Olympic Flame to this part of London.

Being a host borough, with the Games on our doorstep is a unique opportunity, that many residents will only experience once in their lifetimes, so we hope you will get involved in our events and projects.

'Your Games, Your Borough, Be Part of It'.


Feature of the week Countdown events 

 
Last chance to enter your team of five into the Countdown Team Challenge on Friday 22 June, 6pm on Barking Abbey Green.

Take on the adrenalin thirsty high ropes, zip line and spider mountain. 

£25 per team for Living the Dream, the Mayor's charity.

Opportunity of the week Countdown Fun Day 

 
Saturday 23 June, 11am to 7pm on Barking Abbey Green.

Stage acts include tributes Maybe Gaga and Counterfeit Kylie.  Party tunes from The Jacob Project and local singing and dance sensations. 

Plus FIT2FITE and Zumba with Wenlock and Mandeville!

Barking and Dagenham Direct

C/o Civic Centre

Dagenham

RM10 7BN

 

Phone: 020 8215 3000

Fax: 020 8227 5184

Email: 3000direct@lbbd.gov.uk