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	London 2012 Torch Relay Prior to the London 2012 Olympic Games, the Olympic Torch will spend 70 days touring the United Kingdom. The Torch will arrive in Sheffield for an evening celebration, on Monday, June 25th. Sheffield will host one of the 66 evening celebrations on the Olympic Flame’s journey across the UK. This is one of only five celebrations in Yorkshire and the Humber and will be free for spectators to watch. Check out our special torch relay section for more info
	Sporting opportunities The Olympic and Paralympic Games is the largest sporting event in the world, involving 10,500 Olympic athletes and 4,200 Paralympic athletes from over 200 countries. What a fantastic reason to get involved in sport in 2012! Whether it’s linking in to a national London 2012 project or volunteering at a local level there is something for everyone who loves sport at Hallam Union! Check out our sports section for more details
	Arts & Culture The London 2012 Cultural Olympiad is the largest cultural celebration in the history of the modern Olympic and Paralympic Movements. The Cultural Olympiad is a chance for everyone to use their creativity and get involved in London 2012 through arts and culture. Cultural Olympiad programmes have been running since 2008 and will end with the London 2012 Festival. Check out our arts section for more details
	Be a Champion Be a Champion is a nationwide project about making sure that you as a student can make the most of the once in a life time opportunity that the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games presents. Whether you’re passionate about sport, love your art and culture or dedicated to spreading the message about creating a sustainable environment there is something for everyone. Check out our special be a champion section for more info