How London 2012 benefited the region
The incredible stories of people in our region who've played a part in the 2012 Games
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Posted 18 Oct 2012 in Education, Sport
It was great. Loved the great mixture of things - and the Handprint projection on the bridge was mezmerising.
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49HandstandThu 20 Sep 2012 8:51AM
Sadly the park was full so we only got to see bits from a distance through the trees - sounded good though. I hope those close to the action had a great time.
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69Major TomMon 17 Sep 2012 7:48PM
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An amazing range of London 2012 events are taking place all over the North West. Most of them are free and there’s something for everyone.
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Sign up for the WE PLAY Challenge to take part in an Olympic journey like no other, right here in the North West! Join in, take part and turn up to play your part in London 2012.
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Become part of a living artwork capturing Players’ connections with London 2012 in the North West. Upload your handprint now, watch the artwork grow and earn points in the WE PLAY Challenge!
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The modern Games is a fusion of sport and art, and the North West is delivering a cultural programme to celebrate like never before.
London 2012 has inspired people from across the UK to do something amazing in their community. Meet the stars on your street corner...
The Games has brought a wealth of opportunities for businesses in the North West.
With sporting events, Training Camps in the region and fantastic athletes coming from the North West, London 2012 is about far more than the capital!
See how the North Westis playing it's part...
Some great sporting talent from the North West is heading to London to represent Team GB in both the Paralympic and Olympic Games.
Old Trafford is playing host to nine football matches during the Games, including two semi-final games.
Passing through eight North West towns on its tour of the country, a host of celebrations and personalities will blaze through the region.
Nations from all over the globe are making use of our top class facilities to train for victory.
Share your stories and photos online, and leave your mark on London 2012