THE BIRMINGHAM 2022 Queen’s Baton Relay ran into Coventry last Thursday for a packed day of Commonwealth Fun.
The baton bearers and volunteers were ready to take part in the 16th Queens Baton Relay, which aims to bring together communities across the commonwealth.
Baton bearers ready. Picture by Marcus Mingins 2922019MMR1 copyright Bullivant Media
The volunteers are ready to help out. Picture by Marcus Mingins 2922019MMR2 copyright Bullivant Media
The route began at The Alan Higgs Centre before moving to The Reel Store where batonbearer Madison Stafford had a dazzling experience full of colour.
Colour greets the baton at The Reel. Picture by Marcus Mingins 2922019MMR18 copyright Bullivant Media
Madison Stafford is all smiles. Picture by Marcus Mingins 2922019MMR19 copyright Bullivant Media
The baton then travelled to Millenium Place, where there was classic vehicles, dancing and wheelchair sports demonstrations.
Preet Kaur is shown around vintage cars. Picture by Marcus Mingins 2922019MMR23 copyright Bullivant Media
Wheelchair sports demonstration. Picture by Marcus Mingins 2922019MMR16 copyright Bullivant Media
The route moved along to Broadgate with Great Britain Wheelchair Basketball star Siobhan Fitzpatrick taking up the baton.
GB wheelchair basketball star Siobhan Fitzpatrick heads into Broadgate. Picture by Marcus Mingins 2922019MMR13 copyright Bullivant Media
Crowds flocked to Broadgate to see a glimpse of the relay and there was also Coventry’s Voices taking place, which featured performances from local young people.
Crowds flock to Broadgate. Picture by Marcus Mingins 2922019MMR24 copyright Bullivant Media
Over at The Wave waterpark, Caitlin O’Neill’s turn in the relay made a big splash as she took the baton down a water slide.
Baton bearer Caitlin O’Neill making a splash at The Wave. Picture by Marcus Mingins 2922019MMR3 copyright Bullivant Media
Further down the route, Davinder Prasad took the Baton to the Guildhall and it also stopped at Herbert Art Gallery before ending up at the Assembly Festival Gardens.
Davinder Prasad makes his way along the cobbles. Picture by Marcus Mingins 2922019MMR8 copyright Bullivant Media
Between 40 and 130 Batonbearers have been carrying the baton every day across hundreds of villages, towns and cities throughout the UK.
The Batonbearers have been nominated for their inspirational stories and to recognise their contributions to their local area in sports, education, the arts and charity.
