Foreign Office campaigns blog

May 27

61 days to go!

The Olympic Torch will end its journey today in Aberystwyth - a historic market town where, from the promenade on a clear day, you can see Wales’ tallest mountain Snowdon to the North.

Snowdon lies within Snowdonia National Park which will celebrate its 61st anniversary of becoming a National Park in 2012.

Find out more about Snowdonia National Park.

May 26

62 days to go!

The Olympic Torch arrives in Wales today, a country known for its stunning mountains, beautiful countryside and love of music, literature and sport.

Wales is home to almost 5 percent of the UK’s population of nearly 62 million people. Find out more about visiting Wales


by formalfallacy @ Dublin

May 25

63 days to go!

Sixty three different regional and national languages are spoken in the countries around the world where the International Inspiration programme has enriched the lives of children and young people through high-quality and inclusive physical education, sport and play.

Find out more about International Inspiration.

Oscar Pistorius
International Inspiration ambassador .