Who played at the Closing ceremony London 2012?
Spice Girls, Muse, the Pet Shop Boys, Jessie J, Queen (with Russell Brand), George Michael… Kate Bush Who, Elton John, Paul Weller, Ray Davies and the Kinks, Adele, Madness, Kaiser Chiefs, One Direction, and Take That…..
What venues were used in London Olympics?
Transport and infrastructure
- Olympic Stadium. Olympic Park Zone.
- ExCeL.
- Greenwich Park.
- Greenwich Arena.
- Royal Artillery Barracks.
- Tennis and Croquet.
- Earls Court.
- Guards Parade.
What events were added to London 2012 Olympics?
The London Games featured more than 10,500 athletes who participated in 302 events in 36 sports. The most-notable addition to the London program was women’s boxing, which made its Olympic debut in three weight classes (51 kg [112 pounds], 60 kg [132 pounds], and 75 kg [165 pounds]).
Who performed at the 2012 Olympics opening ceremony?
Stars including Paul McCartney, Arctic Monkeys, Mike Oldfield and Dizzee Rascal all performed live in a spectacular and occasionally surreal show at the Olympic Stadium in Stratford, East London.
What happened to the 2012 Olympic venues?
Of the temporary venues, the original basketball arena was fully dismantled as planned, with the seats relocating to Barnet football club’s new stadium as a permanent home. The hockey arena was relocated to a new site just to the north of the Olympic Park.
What were the main venues in the 2012 Olympics?
Where were the Games held? A large majority of the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games were held in the Old Park in Stratford in East London. Events were also held in other venues across London and the UK (England, Scotland and Wales).
What are the events in the 2012 Olympics?
2012 Olympic Games Sports
- Aquatics (including swimming, diving and synchronized swimming, water polo)
- Archery.
- Athletics.
- Badminton.
- Basketball.
- Boxing.
- Canoe/Kayak – Flatwater and Slalom.
- Cycling – Track, Road, Mountain Bike and BMX.
How much are your London 2012 Olympic 50p coins worth?
How much are your London 2012 Olympic 50p coins worth six years after the Games? The off-side football coin is the rarest of the Olympic coins and could be worth up to £13.50 on eBay CAN you believe it’s been six years since the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games?
How much is the off-side football coin worth?
The off-side football coin is the rarest of the Olympic coins and could be worth up to £13.50 on eBay CAN you believe it’s been six years since the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games?
Who designed the designs for the Olympic sports coins?
The designs for the Olympic sports collection were submitted by the public in response to a competition run by The Royal Mint. So they coins have been “designed by the nation”. 27 people had their designs selected including 2 people with 2 designs each. To find out more about each of the designers, click the coin.
How much are the Olympic coins worth on eBay?
Some of the lower mintage coins, such as Football, Judo, Triathlon and Wrestling can achieve £8 to £15. For a full set in good condition you should expect to pay £65 to £70 on eBay. Who designed the coins? The designs for the Olympic sports collection were submitted by the public in response to a competition run by The Royal Mint.