Essex 2012 - Be part of the London Olympic & Paralympic Games
The London 2012 Games is the sporting event of our lifetime. During the Games athletes will inspire the people of Essex to embrace Olympic and Paralympic values, creating a sporting legacy that will change our county forever.
You can be part of this once in a life time experience when you visit Essex in 2012. Check out our London 2012 Olympics information to discover which events will be taking place in venues in and around Essex. Be part of it with the 2012 Open Weekend or become an Olympic events volunteer In Essex.
With the Olympic Park situated close to the county, you can really be a part of the greatest show on Earth when you book accommodation in Essex in 2012.
Olympic Torch Relay
The Olympic Torch Relay will arrive in Chelmsford on Friday 6 July 2012 for a spectacular evening community celebration followed by a tour through the town on Saturday 7 July 2012 just three weeks before the Games.
The Olympic Park
The Olympic Park will create a green backdrop for the Games and a new green space after 2012. With riverside gardens, cafés and bars as well as quieter spaces for wildlife this will be a great attraction for people to visit.
Cultural Olympiad
The London 2012 Cultural Olympiad, launched in 2008 and running until the close of the Olympic and Paralympic Games on 9 September 2012, is the largest cultural celebration in the history of the modern Olympic and Paralympic Movements.
Hadleigh Farm
Hadleigh Farm is just 25 miles (40km) from the Olympic Park in Stratford and was chosen as the venue for the mountain biking events due its unique terrain; providing a technically challenging course for the world class competitors.
Lee Valley White Water Centre
With two brand new, purpose built courses, including the 5.5m high 300m long Olympic Standard Competition Course, Lee Valley White Water Centre will play host to the exciting canoe slalom events. The venue is just 20 miles (30km) from the Olympic Park in Stratford.
