London 2012 Olympic Torch will pass through Medway

The Torch Relay for the London Olympics next year will pass through the Medway Towns on July 20th, on its way to London for the Opening Ceremony of the 2012 Olympic Games.

Although the exact route has not yet been released, the flame will pass through Gillingham, Chatham, Rochester and Higham and many more Kent towns, before moving into Surrey. Organisers say that 95% of the population will be within 10 miles of the procession, with Visit Kent thrilled that so many Kent towns are included, more than in any other county.

Sandra Matthews-Marsh, chief executive at Visit Kent, said: "We are delighted that so many of the county's iconic attractions will be showcased in the long route being taken by the torch through Kent and Medway in addition to the key events at Dover and Leeds Castle, near Maidstone.

"2012 is a marvellous opportunity for Kent and the torch procession will be a truly memorable occasion not only for local residents but for all the visitors from across the South East and across the Channel who are planning to join us for our celebrations."