Baton in Bromsgrove The Queen’s Baton Relay will visit Sanders Park on the 23rd of July,
where there will also be entertainment including Bromsgrove Gymnastics Club and the Music Bus from Seven Arts and Bromsgrove Festival.
The schedule of activity for the Baton’s time in Bromsgrove includes: • 08:59, Baton Relay around the pond, Sanders Park • 09:06, Bromsgrove Celebration, Sanders Park One of the confirmed community Batonbearers in Bromsgrove is Leanna Horne, who was nominated by the District Council for her inspirational contribution to disability and sport in the area. The 34-year-old from Rubery, who clinched a gold medal in Barcelona 2018 in Club Throw, said: “I want to continue to highlight the facilities available in the Midlands and also help to improve those where they are not so good, which could inspire other people to get involved, enjoy and succeed in a sport. Being a baton bearer will help me to do this and I look forward to being a part of the amazing atmosphere.”
Residents are invited to line the route for this historic event – see www.bromsgrove.gov.uk/commonwealth for more details
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