The next games will take place from 8th to 21st July 2012.
In 1850 the first Wenlock Olympian Games took place in Much Wenlock and they are still held here annually. To celebrate London Olympics we are making the 2012 Games even more special! We have added a number of new sports to the programme and are holding two Special Events. See details here
The Society was formed by Dr William Penny Bookes in 1850, the year of the first Wenlock Olympian Games. The Games were originaly designed "to promote the moral, physical and intellectual improvement of the inhabitants of the Town and neighbourhood of Wenlock".
The London 2012 Olympic Mascot 'Wenlock' is named after Much Wenlock in recognition of the towns' role in inspiring the modern Olympic Movement.
Wenlock was a VIP guest at the 2010 Wenlock Olympian Games.
For detailed information about the town of Much Wenlock, including accommodation, attractions and events visit www.muchwenlockguide.info
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The next Wenlock Olympian Games will take place from 8th to 21st July 2012Click on the links below for details of each event |
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