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Hart Street, Henley-on-Thames Henley-on-Thames RowersHenley-on-Thames, renowned for its rowing heritage, was home to many of Great Britain’s rowing athletes who competed in the 2012 Olympic Games. The town’s rich rowing culture played a crucial role in the training and development of these Olympic champions. Henley-on-Thames, renowned for its rowing heritage, was home to many of […]

Tothill Street, Westminster Abbey Westminster Abbey Project Launch The Westminster Abbey Project Launch during the 2012 Summer Olympics was a significant event, showcasing the historical and cultural importance of the Abbey. It highlighted the Abbey’s role in British heritage and its connection to the Olympic Games.

Castle Street, Cardiff Geraint Thomas Cycling Men’s Team Pursuit: Geraint Thomas, a British cyclist, won gold in the Men’s Team Pursuit at the 2012 Olympic Games. Thomas and his team set a new world record with their exceptional speed and coordination, solidifying their place in Olympic history.

Isleworth Post Office, London Road, Isleworth Mo Farah Athletics Men’s 10000 Metres: Mo Farah, a British distance runner, won gold in the Men’s 10000 Metres at the 2012 Olympic Games. Farah’s remarkable endurance and strategic racing led him to a thrilling victory, becoming a national hero.

Broad Street/North Lane, Teddington Mo Farah Athletics Men’s 5000 Metres: Mo Farah also won gold in the Men’s 5000 Metres at the 2012 Olympic Games. His incredible performance in both events made him one of the most celebrated athletes of the Games.

Worple Road, Wimbledon Sophie Hosking Rowing Women’s Lightweight Double Sculls: Sophie Hosking, a British rower, won gold in the Women’s Lightweight Double Sculls at the 2012 Olympic Games. Hosking’s strength and coordination with her partner were key to their victory, showcasing their dominance in the event.

Ewell Road, Cheam Joanna Rowsell Cycling Women’s Team Pursuit: Joanna Rowsell, a British cyclist, won gold in the Women’s Team Pursuit at the 2012 Olympic Games. Rowsell and her team’s synchronized and powerful performance set a new world record, highlighting their excellence in track cycling.

The Shambles, Bradford on Avon Ed McKeever Canoeing Men’s K-1 200m: Ed McKeever, a British canoeist, won gold in the Men’s K-1 200m at the 2012 Olympic Games. McKeever’s explosive speed and strength on the water earned him the nickname “Usain Bolt of the water,” securing his place as an Olympic champion.

Carrington Centre, Eccleston Bradley Wiggins Cycling Men’s Road Time Trial: Bradley Wiggins, a British cyclist, secured gold in the Men’s road time trial at the 2012 Olympic Games. Wiggins’ remarkable time-trialing ability and endurance earned him a well-deserved gold medal, adding to his impressive cycling career.

High Street, Cheltenham Alex Gregory Rowing Men’s Coxless Four: Alex Gregory, a British rower, won gold in the Men’s Coxless Four at the 2012 Olympic Games. Gregory’s strength and teamwork with his crew were crucial to their dominant performance, securing a memorable win for Great Britain.