It was quite an event for our village, and there was a big turn out to watch the Paralympic Torch Relay come past last night. It was strange to see so many people lining Weston Turville Main Street so late at night. We all took up our positions around 10.15pm just before the torch was due to arrive. But it was over an hour late, so it was not until 11.30pm that the relay came through. The torch stopped right in front of us to change torchbearers.
It had turned quite chilly while we were waiting, so it was good to get home for a warm drink. And it was only took a few minutes to walk back. A memorable occasion.
Earlier in the evening, Alison went to see the Torch Lighting Ceremony at Stoke Mandeville Stadium, having been allocated a ticket in the public ballot. Apparently, after a slow start, it was a very enjoyable event.
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