What a turnout for the torch parade. Are you in one of our photos?What a turnout for the torch parade. Are you in one of our photos?
What a turnout for the torch parade. Are you in one of our photos?

10 years ago today! 11 amazing photos from the day you watched the Olympic torch in Sunderland

No way! It’s 10 years today since the Olympic torch passed through Sunderland.
By Chris Cordner
Published 16th Jun 2022, 16:59 BST

Tens of thousands of you turned out to get a glimpse of the relay which took the torch on its slow journey to London for the 2012 games.

From Chester Road to Burdon Road and Penshaw to the Wearmouth Bridge, the crowds were everywhere for the historic parade.

Did we get you on camera? Take a look at these memorable photos.

Standing room only at Penshaw for the Olympic torch parade.

1. Ready and waiting in Penshaw

Standing room only at Penshaw for the Olympic torch parade. Photo: Picture by Peter Berry

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Wrapped up against the rain in Penshaw.

2. Flags galore

Wrapped up against the rain in Penshaw. Photo: Picture by Peter Berry

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One of the police motorcyclists pictured greeting the crowds at Penshaw.

3. High fives in Penshaw

One of the police motorcyclists pictured greeting the crowds at Penshaw. Photo: Picture by Peter Berry

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Waiting patiently on the Wearmouth Bridge. Recognise anyone?

4. On the bridge

Waiting patiently on the Wearmouth Bridge. Recognise anyone? Photo: Picture by Peter Berry

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