What you need to know about the Queen's Baton Relay coming to Bolton

Birmingham 2022 is hosting the 16th official Queen’s Baton Relay – a journey which brings together and celebrates communities across the Commonwealth during the build up to the Games. In England, the Queen’s Baton Relay will provide the opportunity for communities to experience the excitement for Birmingham 2022, as the 11 days of showstopping sport nears ever closer.

On Saturday, July 16, Bolton will officially welcome the Baton.

There is a busy schedule of activities and events are planned for the Queen’s Baton Relay, with opportunities to highlight untold stories from Batonbearers, who are striving for change in their community.

The route through Bolton will begin at Queens Park, passing though the town before finishing outside the town hall for a host of celebrations.

Members of the public are encouraged to get involved with the celebrations and embrace the arrival of the Baton, taking the opportunity to experience the buzz of Birmingham 2022 in their community. The Birmingham 2022 website will be updated with information over the coming months, with detail on the events and where to line the route.

Chief Executive of Bolton Council, Tony Oakham said: “We are looking forward to welcoming the Baton to Bolton. Thousands of Batonbearers, each with inspiring backgrounds and stories, will have the honour of carrying the Baton during the journey through England, including those nominated in recognition of their contributions to their local community, whether that be in sport, education, the arts, culture or charity.”

Between 40 and 130 Batonbearers will carry the Baton each day, and the relay will reach hundreds of villages, towns and cities during its tour of the country.

Commonwealth Games Federation President Dame Louise Martin DBE said: “The Queen’s Baton Relay symbolises hope, solidarity and collaboration across the Commonwealth at a time when it is needed most.”