Olympic 'one year to go' event unites community

Dorney Village

Olympic countdown event

22^nd-24^th July 2011

We are all very excited about the Olympics and Paralympics coming to Dorney, and having  met with the Bucks 2012 representative who advised that there are many opportunities available to the community and that the identification of a lasting legacy was important.  One enthusiastic villager took the initiative to form a committee to look at the opportunities available . The group came together on 21st June for the first time and those present represented the non-profit organisations in the village such as Playground4dorney, Youth Club, Village hall committee, Walk to school team and the Parish Church.

The possibility of organising a free, community weekend to celebrate ‘one year to go’ met with a lot of energy and enthusiasm. The aim to bring everyone together as well as help to dispel some of the anxiety for those who are concerned about the Games disrupting their lives.

The weekend was organised to include the following: 

Friday 22^nd July

Olympic themed Walk to School. Children to walk in sports gear, Flags, mock Olympic torch and possibility of an Olympic athlete to walk with the group. Olympic themed, healthy breakfast available at the school at the end of the walk. BBQ event with music late afternoon.

Saturday 23^rd July

Dorney one year Countdown Rowing challenge. Ergo machines in the village hall. Challenge for residents to row the 35 miles from Dorney host village to the Olympics village. a Fun Run for all abilities and a tennis competition.

Sunday 24^th July

Ergo challenge continues if miles have not been completed. Cadburys Spots and Stripes Olympic family afternoon. Olympics games for all. Competitions, prize giving. BBQ to run during the afternoon. Tuck shop, tea and coffee. Face painter to be invited to provide Olympic face designs.

The weekend of the event is fast approaching and villagers especially children and young people who have been busy making Olympic torches are all very excited.

We are praying for good weather and that many will turn out for the various events.