The North West will be part of the 2012 action, hosting Football matches at Old Trafford. But there are many other ways you can join in.
Use the Games to inspire you to take up a new sport, to volunteer in your local area, or to be part in a cultural project. Your business might be one of the thousands that win Games-related contracts. However you look at it, the 2012 Games are set to make a difference to the area.
For any more information about the North West’s plans to benefit from the 2012 Games email: northwest@london2012.com
Key links
- North West - Nations and Regions Group
Read about the North West's plans to maximise the benefits of London 2012, from getting the region active to increasing tourism and encouraging volunteering. - North West map of potential Pre-Games Training Camps
Download a map showing the location and number of facilities to be included in the Pre-Games Training Camp Guide (500KB). - Old Trafford
Old Trafford, Manchester will host a number of matches during the 2012 Football contest. Find out how.
Related Publications
- Join in
Suggestions for how you can join in with London 2012 right now, from taking up a new sport to volunteering in your local community (PDF, 328kB) - UK-wide benefits of the Games
Leaflet outlining the opportunities the 2012 Games will offer to the whole of the UK
(PDF, 341kB)
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