This website is the central information point for the Suffolk 2012 Volunteering Legacy project as well as being the host for the County Events Team of volunteers.

The County Events Team has been granted the Inspire Mark, the badge of the London 2012 Inspire Programme, in recognition of it being an 'innovative and exceptional project stimulated by the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games'.

'Be inspired, Get involved'

What people say about what we do...

Volunteers say ......

….‘I volunteered at the Great East Swim – Marshaling in the Starting Enclosure.   I did it last year as well. I love it. Today has been fab, great to be involved again.’      

- Sarah

“Had a brilliant day - Seeing the achievements of the participants is great.”       

- Julie

“I have had a really great day – I will definitely be back next year.”       

- Claire

“A very good volunteering experience – good direction and support from the volunteer team leaders.”       

- Cassie

Volunteer Coordinators say ….

“I've got to say it's amazing how this works! I have spoken to all of the volunteers who have contacted me from the County Events Team and all of them are committed to volunteering at our event. A huge thank you to the County Events volunteers for their support”.      

- Stewart Bethell, Volunteer Events Manager, Camille's Appeal

“By delivering a responsive and creative volunteer service, the Suffolk 2012 Volunteering Legacy Project is providing essential support and creative opportunities to volunteer in many different contexts”.

- Stuart Jennings, St Johns Housing Trust

 “We have looked to repeat the pre-event volunteers briefing evening and the crew room, both of which we first used at the Great East Swim, to make all of the events in the series more enjoyable for the volunteers. Thanks again to the County Events Team of volunteers for their hard work at the Great East Swim and for the continued support of the Legacy Officer”.      

- Andy Mitchelmore, Event Organiser, Great East Swim