Dozens of inspirational Salopians have continued the birminghamcg22 Queen's Baton Relay through Shropshire today, en route to the games. See more pics and the story of the day (spoiler: may include an animatronic elephant 🐘) (1/2)
Kieran Riley, a volunteer first responder with West Midlands Ambulance Service, transported the baton down the Severn to Shropshire's Iron Bridge via coracle.Kieran Riley transported the baton down the River Severn"But in fact," he added, "it was absolutely fine - it was a great, great experience."A life-sized elephant puppet from a London theatre company then carried fellow ambulance first responder Mark Jones over the bridge.
Dementia campaigner Manny Kang said his stint as a baton-bearer in Ironbridge had been a "fabulous" experience. "Walking around with people that I've trained with watching, and support staff that have guided me on the journey that I've been on, I was just so proud to bring that to Lilleshall."Steve and Anne Glover were nominated to carry the baton for their work with the communitySteve Glover was selected to hand the baton to his 81-year-old mum Anne, who has carried out voluntary work for more than 30 years.
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