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IN PICTURES: Olympic Torch Relay in Tunbridge Wells

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By Rebecca_H at 12:36 on 17/07/12

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 From 10:00am, crowds started to build outside the Town Hall
From 10:00am, crowds started to build outside the Town Hall
  • From 10:00am, crowds started to build outside the Town Hall
  • And people were making the climb up towards Mt. Ephraim
  • A great roadside spot!
  • Banner and flags lined the route...
  • With helpful stewards on hand to guide people through the route and where best to watch the torch
  • Impromptu parties, BBQs and champagne along the roadside. True Tunbridge Wells style!
  • Oh look who's nabbed a great spot on Sankeys balcony, George Harris ;)
  • Enterprising flag sellers were out in force...
  • Getting the party started early at Sankeys which opened at 10:00am
  • Expectation and excitment starts to build!
  • The first convoy buses approaches along Mt. Ephraim...
  • And the next...
  • Oh, and another one...
  • No sign of any runners yet...
  • Help the Heroes charity collection there though ;)
  • He's here! The 2nd Olympic torch runner goes past safely to the cheering crowds onto towards the town centre...
  • A great morning. Well done to all the organisers, police, stewards and TWBC
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  • Profile image for MrsC22

    Yes, we went to Calverley Grounds & viewed from The Great Hall, super time, will try and send some photos of Calverley arts and music later!

    By MrsC22 at 16:05 on 17/07/12

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  • Profile image for Payne & Son Jewellers and Zelli Porcelain

    What a great day! A wonderfull atmosphere down here on the High Street too. So glad the rain stayed away for it!

    By Payne & Son Jewellers and Zelli Porcelain at 14:30 on 17/07/12

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