London 2012 Games

You’re invited

The next Olympic and Paralympic Games will be held in London and throughout the UK in the Summer of 2012. For six weeks the Games will showcase world-class sport and sporting venues but there will also be great events happening for the other 46 weeks of 2012. Exceptional events include the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee and unique celebrations like the finale of the London 2012 Cultural Olympiad - a 12-week cultural festival across the whole of the UK. In this section you will find details of everything happening throughout the year of 2012. You will also find practical information on the Games such as ticketing, accommodation and venues.

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During the Games

Here you will find lots of practical information for you and your clients about being in London during the period of the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

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Britain in 2012

2012 will be a fantastic year for your clients to visit Britain. There are thousands of exciting events happening throughout the year as well of course as the summer centrepieces of the 2012 Games, the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee and the finale of the...

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After the Games

After the Games will be a great time to sell Britain, with visitor demand expected to increase after a summer of media exposure. Keep up to speed with VisitBritain’s plans to capitalise on this by checking this site.

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Top tips for planning...

The Society of London Theatre, in partnership with Transport for London, have produced a guide to help theatre-goers travel to London theatres during the Games.

London

London needs little introduction. This vibrant, multi-cultural capital is a world leading destination city. London is full of history, heritage and culture, yet one of the most fast-moving, cosmopolitan cities on the planet.

London travel guide

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Inspiring venues, stunning scenery, modern facilities, unique and unusual incentives, Britain has it all. Whatever your event - conference, exhibition, meeting, incentive or product launch - Britain is the smart choice.

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