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London 2012 Olympics

As the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games approach, the eyes of the world are turning to the UK.

The Games offer a unique chance to invite people everywhere to take a fresh look at modern Britain. A Britain that we think is open, connected, dynamic and creative.

The UK's winning Olympic bid

Find out more about our plans for the London 2012 Olympics

See Britain

How do you see Britain? We're building up a picture of what the UK looks like through your eyes.

Olympic Truce

The UK sponsored the record breaking United Nations Resolution on the Olympic Truce entitled “Building a peaceful and better world through sport and the Olympic ideal”. Find out about our work

Going for green

Watch our documentary film telling the amazing story of the Olympic Park build for the London 2012 Games

Tickets for the London 2012 Olympic Games

Find out how to apply for tickets to the London 2012 Olympic Games.

Olympic games quiz

As the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games approach, complete this quiz and learn more about the Games!

Paralympics in the UK

Presented by wheelchair basketball player Ade Adepitan, our short film looks at the birth of the Paralympic movement in the UK and preparations for the London 2012 Games.

   

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