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- Day 1 Land's End to Plymouth May 19
- Day 2 Plymouth to Exeter May 20
- Day 3 Exeter to Taunton May 21
- Day 4 Taunton to Bristol May 22
- Day 5 Bristol to Cheltenham May 23
- Day 6 Gloucester to Worcester May 24
- Day 7 Worcester to Cardiff May 25
- Day 8 Cardiff to Swansea May 26
- Day 9 Swansea to Aberystwyth May 27
- Day 10 Aberystwyth to Bangor May 28
- Day 11 Beaumaris to Chester May 29
- Day 12 Chester to Stoke-on-Trent May 30
- Day 13 Stoke-on-Trent to Bolton May 31
- Day 14 Bolton to Liverpool June 1
- Day 15 Liverpool to Castletown June 2
- Day 16 Belfast to Portrush June 3
- Day 17 Carrick-a-Rede to Londonderry June 4
- Day 18 Londonderry to Newry June 5
- Day 19 Dublin to Belfast June 6
- Day 20 Newcastle to Moorfields June 7
- Day 21 Stranraer to Glasgow June 8
- Day 22 Glasgow to Inverness June 9
- Day 23 Kirkwall to Lerwick June 10
- Day 24 Stornoway to Aberdeen June 11
- Day 25 Aberdeen to Dundee June 12
- Day 26 St Andrews to Edinburgh June 13
- Day 27 Edinburgh to Alnwick June 14
- Day 28 Alnwick to Newcastle upon Tyne June 15
- Day 29 Gateshead to Durham June 16
- Day 30 Durham to Middlesbrough June 17
- Day 31 Middlesbrough to Hull June 18
- Day 32 Hull to York June 19
- Day 33 York to Carlisle June 20
- Day 34 Dumfries to Bowness-on-Windermere June 21
- Day 35 Kendal to Blackpool June 22
- Day 36 Lytham St Anne's to Manchester June 23
- Day 37 Salford to Leeds June 24
- Day 38 Leeds to Sheffield June 25
- Day 39 Sheffield to Cleethorpes June 26
- Day 40 Grimsby to Lincoln June 27
- Day 41 Lincoln to Nottingham June 28
- Day 42 Nottingham to Derby June 29
- Day 43 Derby to Birmingham June 30
- Day 44 Birmingham to Coventry July 1
- Day 45 Coventry to Leicester July 2
- Day 46 Leicester to Peterborough July 3
- Day 47 Peterborough to Norwich July 4
- Day 48 Norwich to Ipswich July 5
- Day 49 Ipswich to Chelmsford July 6
- Day 50 Chelmsford to Cambridge July 7
- Day 51 Cambridge to Luton July 8
- Day 52 Luton to Oxford July 9
- Day 53 Oxford to Reading July 10
- Day 54 Reading to Salisbury July 11
- Day 55 Salisbury to Weymouth July 12
- Day 56 Portland Bill to Bournemouth July 13
- Day 57 Bournemouth to Southampton July 14
- Day 58 Southampton to Portsmouth July 15
- Day 59 Portsmouth to Brighton July 16
- Day 60 Brighton to Hastings July 17
- Day 61 Hastings to Dover July 18
- Day 62 Deal to Maidstone July 19
- Day 63 Maidstone to Guildford July 20
- Day 64 Greenwich to Waltham Forest July 21
- Day 65 Redbridge to Bexley July 22
- Day 66 Lewisham to Wandsworth July 23
- Day 67 Kingston to Ealing July 24
- Day 68 Harrow to Haringey July 25
- Day 69 Camden to Westminster July 26
- Day 70 Hampton Court to Olympic Stadium July 27
70 days; 70 routes
- Day 1 Land's End to Plymouth
- Day 2 Plymouth to Exeter
- Day 3 Exeter to Taunton
- Day 4 Taunton to Bristol
- Day 5 Bristol to Cheltenham
- Day 6 Gloucester to Worcester
- Day 7 Worcester to Cardiff
- Day 8 Cardiff to Swansea
- Day 9 Swansea to Aberystwyth
- Day 10 Aberystwyth to Bangor
- Day 11 Beaumaris to Chester
- Day 12 Chester to Stoke-on-Trent
- Day 13 Stoke-on-Trent to Bolton
- Day 14 Bolton to Liverpool
- Day 15 Liverpool to Castletown
- Day 16 Belfast to Portrush
- Day 17 Carrick-a-Rede to Londonderry
- Day 18 Londonderry to Newry
- Day 19 Dublin to Belfast
- Day 20 Newcastle to Moorfields
- Day 21 Stranraer to Glasgow
- Day 22 Glasgow to Inverness
- Day 23 Kirkwall to Lerwick
- Day 24 Stornoway to Aberdeen
- Day 25 Aberdeen to Dundee
- Day 26 St Andrews to Edinburgh
- Day 27 Edinburgh to Alnwick
- Day 28 Alnwick to Newcastle upon Tyne
- Day 29 Gateshead to Durham
- Day 30 Durham to Middlesbrough
- Day 31 Middlesbrough to Hull
- Day 32 Hull to York
- Day 33 York to Carlisle
- Day 34 Dumfries to Bowness-on-Windermere
- Day 35 Kendal to Blackpool
- Day 36 Lytham St Anne's to Manchester
- Day 37 Salford to Leeds
- Day 38 Leeds to Sheffield
- Day 39 Sheffield to Cleethorpes
- Day 40 Grimsby to Lincoln
- Day 41 Lincoln to Nottingham
- Day 42 Nottingham to Derby
- Day 43 Derby to Birmingham
- Day 44 Birmingham to Coventry
- Day 45 Coventry to Leicester
- Day 46 Leicester to Peterborough
- Day 47 Peterborough to Norwich
- Day 48 Norwich to Ipswich
- Day 49 Ipswich to Chelmsford
- Day 50 Chelmsford to Cambridge
- Day 51 Cambridge to Luton
- Day 52 Luton to Oxford
- Day 53 Oxford to Reading
- Day 54 Reading to Salisbury
- Day 55 Salisbury to Weymouth
- Day 56 Portland Bill to Bournemouth
- Day 57 Bournemouth to Southampton
- Day 58 Southampton to Portsmouth
- Day 59 Portsmouth to Brighton
- Day 60 Brighton to Hastings
- Day 61 Hastings to Dover
- Day 62 Deal to Maidstone
- Day 63 Maidstone to Guildford
- Day 64 Greenwich to Waltham Forest
- Day 65 Redbridge to Bexley
- Day 66 Lewisham to Wandsworth
- Day 67 Kingston to Ealing
- Day 68 Harrow to Haringey
- Day 69 Camden to Westminster
- Day 70 Hampton Court to Olympic Stadium
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Dumfries
- Robbie Burns Statue
- Buccleuch Street (A780)
- Whitesands (A781)
- Bank Street
- High Street
- Great King Street
- Loreburn Street (A780)
- English Street (A780)
- Annan Road (A780)
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Annan
- Church Street (B721)
- Scott's Street (B721)
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Eastriggs
- Annan Road (B721)
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Gretna
- Annan Road (B721)
- Glasgow Road (B7076)
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Carlisle
- Morrisons
- Kingstown Road (A7)
- Scotland Road (A7)
- Stanwix Bank (A7)
- Castle Way (A595)
- Bridge Street
- Church Street
- Wigton Road (A595)
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Wigton
- King Street (B5302)
- West Road (B5302)
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Aspatria
- Park Road (A596)
- Lawson Street
- King Street (A596)
- Queen Street (A596)
- West Street (A596)
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Maryport
- A596
- Curzon Street (A596)
- Main Road (A596)
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Flimby
- A596
- A596 Fothergill
- A596 Station Road
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Workington
- New Bridge Road (A597)
- Solway Road (A597)
- Station Road (B5297)
- Oxford Street (B5297)
- Washington Street (A596)
- Ramsey Brow (A66)
- Stainburn Road
- Stainburn School and Science College
- Ramsey Brow (A66)
- Washington Street (A596)
- Harrington Road (B5296)
- Moss Bay Road (B5296)
- Moss Bay Road (A597)
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Whitehaven
- New Road (A5094)
- Bransty Row (A5094)
- George Street (A5094)
- Church Street (A5094)
- Duke Street (A5094)
- Scotch Street (A5094)
- Lowther Street (A5094)
- East Strand
- North Shore Road
- New Road (A5094)
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Cockermouth
- Low Road
- Crown Street (A5086)
- Main Street
- Castlegate
- Castlegate Drive
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Keswick
- B5289 High Hill
- High Hill (A5271)
- Main Street (A5271)
- Bank Street (A5271)
- Penrith Road (A5271)
- Penrith Road (A591)
- Penrith Road (A5271)
- Penrith Road (A591)
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Grasmere
- A591
- Swan Lane (B5287)
- Broadgate Meadow (B5287)
- Swan Lane (B5287)
- Broadgate (B5287)
- Stock Lane (B5287)
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Ambleside
- Rydal Road (A591)
- Lake Road (A591)
- Wansfell Road
- Borrans Road (A5095)
- Borrans Park
- Borrans Road
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Bowness-on-Windermere
- Waterhead Pier
- Bowness Pier
- Promenade
- Glebe Road
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0738: It may be raining in many parts of the UK - but that will not dampen the enthusiasm of the thousands of people expected to line the route of the 34th day of the Olympic torch relay today.
0741: Good morning and welcome to our live coverage of the relay which has moved back into Scotland for a brief spell. Today's route starts in Dumfries, where hundreds of people are already lining the streets, and travels 121 miles to Bowness-on-Windemere.
Your text commentators this morning are Claire Heald and Ian Westbrook and we plan to bring you everything that happens as the Olympic flame journeys south and leaves Scotland for the last time.
0746: But we can't do it on our own. We need you to get involved - whether you are planning to go out and watch the relay or whether you are following it online. Email us to yourpics@bbc.co.uk text us to 61124 (UK only), tweet us at @BBC2012 or visit our BBC London 2012 Facebook page.
0748: Although the torch is not on the road for another four minutes, torchbearer number one Demelza Powell has been giving members of the crowd a chance to touch it:
0754: We think that Demelza Powell, currently a full time carer to her sons, has started her turn carrying the torch with a photo opportunity at the Robbie Burns statue. She should be in shot shortly.
She volunteers with disabled children and with the South of Scotland Table Tennis Development Association as a qualified table tennis coach. She also works with NHS Dumfries and Galloway where she was involved with Maternity Services Steering Committee as a lay representative and adviser on bereavement services, her nomination to carry the torch says.
The person who nominated her says, "When I first met Demi in 2002 she had recently returned from Peru where she spent 7 months as a volunteer working with disabled children. I was struck straight away by her bubbly, positive approach to life and found it incredible to discover that she had sadly lost her little boy Connor, at birth, the previous year.
"Thanks to Demi I soon found myself on the mend and owe her a lot of credit for always making time for me no matter how busy she was."
0757: Dumfries is known as the Queen of the South, which is also the name of the town's football club. A superb turnout in the town centre, considering the hour and the weather.
0800: Here comes James Murray. He's already familiar with the odd Chariots of Fire moment, as he competes with a local charity of the same name in pony driving competitions.
His nomination says he has overcome challenges with Autism, to achieve his Asdan award in life skills, Duke of Edinburgh award and to be a mentor to a friend of his.
0802: Will he sweep with the torch? Here comes Hew Chalmers, a member of the British Olympic Association, and involved in curling, coaching national teams to the European and World Curling Championships and taking them to the winter Olympics.
0805: This is quite an urban setting for Alistair Bloxham who is more into mountain marathons.
A keen cross country runner, tennis player and golfer at school, he now scuba dives and is undertaking the 'Ribbon of Wilderness' along the watershed of Scotland in stages to raise money for the John Muir Trust, his nomination says.
0809: David Grieve runs a drugs advice agency called Over Count, which helps people with their abuse of or addiction to over-the-counter, non-prescription drugs and medicines.
0819: "This incredible girl, with a bubbly nature, coaches girls' football - and what a terrific coach she is." So says the nomination for Rosy Ryan, running now, after linking arms and doing a quick jig with previous torchbearer Gillian Kivlehan.
What next after running the torch relay? She hopes to move to the US and teach P.E. or football and help to raise the profile of the women's game.
Rosy starts at a fair old pace, even though her leg of the relay is going sharply uphill. She ignores the slope to stop and do another quick dance.
0823: Jim Mooney sounds like just the kind of runner this relay needs of a morning - his nomination says he's a "star - always with a funny story to tell, brightening up people's lives.
Jim helps support Romanian orphans, from building refurbishment to Christmas surprises. And he helps people closer to home with odd jobs.
Clearly a popular guy, his fans hold up a "Jim Mooney" banner as he sets off.
0830: We are now in convoy mode for the first time today for a 20-minute trip to Annan.
Today the relay also visits Eastriggs, Gretna - a favourite with wedding parties - Carlisle, Wigton, Aspatria, Maryport, Flimby, Workington, Whitehaven, Cockermouth, Keswick, Grasmere, Ambleside and Bowness-on-Windermere.
0835: Today is a big day for 2012 with the start of the London 2012 Festival.
A fireworks display at Windemere, an inflatable Stonehenge in Carmarthen and Jude Law will help launch the 12-week nationwide Festival later.
The event will bring together artists from around the world, with opening night performers including pop star Pixie Lott and conductor Gustavo Dudamel.
On Saturday and Sunday Radio 1 stages its Hackney Weekend, a free two-day music festival for 100,000 people, headlined by Jay-Z and Rihanna.
0839: Don't forget that if you miss any torchbearers or events during a session and want to rewatch them - you can while a session is live thanks to our new video player. Simply use the white slider in the video player to the left of this text commentary to rewind to the time you want to view - then to return to live move the slider back to the far right of the screen.
0843: Temperatures of 16 or 17C and rain everywhere are the weather forecast headlines for today's leg of the relay. To find out more about the conditions in a town or city you plan to visit today, simply hover the mouse over the name on the map on the left-hand side and then click the Main Details tab for a full five-day forecast.
0849: Our next stop Annan is a former market town which was also involved in the shipbuilding industry. It is the third largest town in Dumfries & Galloway
Of the torch's visit to the district, Nithsdale Area Committee Chairman Councillor Gill Dykes said: "I would encourage everyone to come and enjoy the events. Our region is very proud to be hosting the Olympic torch relay and having the opportunity to celebrate our unsung heroes who are torch bearers. Come along and give them your support."
0853: Now it's the turn of Chris Moss who plays on a basketball team for people with disabilities and encourages other people to take part in sport - to build up their strength in the same way that he has.
As Chris takes his turn, the dulcet tones of Kenny Loggins singing 'Footloose' blares through a speaker and as that fades into the distance it is replaced by a pipe band playing 'Scotland the Brave'.
Annan is clearly a town that loves its music - and the torch relay too judging by the amount of people out on the streets there this morning.
0858: Running now is Alison Cother, team leader for the Prince's Trust in Dumfries. Her nomination says she stands out because of the trust and belief she places in young people.
0903: Are you out on the streets today? Have you packed your brolly? We want to hear from you as to what the experience of watching the torch live is like. If you have seen it already, how long did you have to wait around for the relay to arrive? If not, how long before it arrives in your town or city do you plan to get there? What's the atmosphere like and if you have seen it already, did it live up to your expectations?
Email us at yourpics@bbc.co.uk text us to 61124 (UK only) tweet us at @BBC2012 or visit our BBC London 2012 Facebook page.
0904: Our next torchbearer Cathy Brown is described in her nomination as a "phenomenal nurse doing a phenomenal job". She's a breast cancer nurse specialist at the Dumfries Royal Infirmary.
0909: And with that, it is time for the three-mile journey to Eastriggs.
0913: Eastriggs was built during the First World War to provide accommodation for the expanding workforce at a cordite manufacturing plant in nearby Gretna.
0915: Watch and learn in the running style stakes here, people. Katy Brown, 18, last year won the Scottish open and closed titles for U17 women's 800m as well as the Scottish Schools Indoor Championship, we're told.
She's a talented runner, her nomination says, but also an all-rounder, in the school band, community choir, DofE and house captain at school.
A boy runs on the pavement alongside Katy, trying to film her entire run on his video camera, while at the same time holding on to the hood on his coat and trying to avoid either falling over or bumping into the torch security team member also keeping pace.
0919: The trend today seems to have been for torchbearers to link arms and dance a quick jig before handing over the flame.
It happens again between Robyn Martin and our next torchbearer Nicola Gemmell, 46, who has dialysis three times a week after having to have both her kidneys removed.
Despite this, she still works full-time and looks after her young niece at the weekend.
0925: Pamela O'Mara eschews the jigging habit as she takes the flame. She is a volunteer on the Children's Panel in Scotland, part of the judicial system that reviews children's cases.
Her nomination says she makes a difference to help better protect vulnerable children.
0928: Back in the van and away from the rain for eight minutes during the journey to Gretna.
0935: Say Gretna and you immediately think of it as a place to which people elope to get married. More than 4,000 weddings reportedly take place every year in Gretna and Gretna Green which are one mile over the Scottish border from England.
The phenomenon started after a law passed in 1754 which restricted the number of places where people could get married and stopped people under 21 getting married altogether without their parents consent.
However the law did not apply to Scotland and with Gretna's proximity to the border, it became a popular venue.
0937: Can't hear any wedding bells being rung as Calum Graham, a sports development officer of 20 years standing is the town's first torchbearer.
"Calum does not go the extra mile. He goes the extra 10 miles and does so much for the children in this rural part of Scotland," his nomination says.
Calum ducks into the crowd of excited schoolchildren all holding different flags of the world to high-five one kid before returning to the road once again.
0944: As we await Aileen Grant, Scotland's last torchbearer, we hear that crowds are already lining the streets in Carlisle waiting for the arrival of the flame.
They will have a bit longer to wait however as once the relay crosses the border, it will be making a half-hour stop - 15 minutes for a sponsor's event and 15 minutes for a quick R&R break before heading into the city at around 10:30 BST.
0950: The torch goes back into its lantern in Scotland for the final time. Next stop - Carlisle and England.
Joe Black bids the torch farewell to Scotland as he tweets: "Awww bye bye Scotland, no more pipers, no more haggis, no more jimmy's ... bye bye torch, thanks for coming :) a' the best cheers!!"
1002: The tea break has been moved forward and is taking place right now - the flame is given a few extra minutes in Scotland.
1009: James Phillips - BBC reporter waiting for the torch to arrive in Carlisle, said: "Children have started to gather, all with their coats on and umbrellas up and surrounded by families. Everyone is ready for the torch to arrive back into Cumbria."
1012: Is this the torch's first trip on a motorway during the relay? We believe it may be. The relay is travelling on the M6 right now!
1014: And we have now crossed the border and the Olympic flame is back in England.
1016: BBC Cumbria tweeted this picture of police keeping children safe in Carlisle as they wait for the torch:
Happy to have produced a memorable moment for Shelly, who tells us: "@bbc2012 Thank you - My sister in Perth, Aus and I (in the UK) have just enjoyed seeing our parents out in the rain in Gretna waving away!"
1024: There have been a few Boccia players taking a turn on the relay so far, and here's another, Emma Goodchild, who trains with her school and at a sports academy.
It's a Paralympic sport, where leather balls are thrown as close as possible to a jack.
Emma's also seen the game from the other side of the fence, as she's trained as a referee, and is planning a charity Boccia tournament. She's aiming for the 2016 Paralympics.
BBC Cumbria took this picture of her getting ready to receive the torch:
1026: The rain has now stopped in Carlisle. Stanwix playgroup are waiting for the torch to arrive - one youngster called Alex said that he was looking forward to 'making a flag noise' as the torch arrived….
1028: "All that was needed to help Kieran was water," says the nomination for Keiran Jardine, who now has the torch.
Since starting swimming, he has excelled in championships at Scottish and junior British level and now trains with the Scottish development squad for swimmers with learing disabilities.
We're told he has undergone an "amazing transformation" during the last few years as he has dyslexia, dyspraxia and communication problems associated with asperger syndrome.
1030: A big fan of #bbctorchcam is Lesley Ward who tells us on Facebook: "Have been watching since day one and am totally addicted to it. Thank you for your brilliant torchcam and love your daily commentaries. Can't wait for day 58, July 15th, when in Bridgemary, Gosport it will be our moment to shine - we are so ready to party!!! Look out for our gold 2 and a half metre long banner which says Bridgemary Carnival Association welcomes the Olympic Torch!!!"
1036: Carlisle came into being as a result of the forts built at Hadrian's Wall. It has a cathedral, castle, racecourse, airport and League One football team.
1038: Erin Drinkald "brings light with her" as "one of life's optimistic people", says her nomination.
That's more certain than usual today, as she takes up the torch.
At 12 years old, she's the minimum age for a torchbearer. She's just passed her 11 plus exam, and is a keen sports person, playhing squash, and fundraiser.
Here's hoping that Cathy Holc-Thompson is fit and well enough to carry the torch next month. Nic Holc-Thompson explains: "Cathy, relay runner Fareham 15 July, undergoing 5 hour back op to make sure she does relay."
1043: During the floods in Cumbria in 2009 and the shootings in June 2010, our next torchbearer Suzanne Day volunteered as a listening ear for those affected, her nomination says.
She volunteers for the mental health charity Mind, set up a music group and a self esteem group, to encourage people to stand up for themselves.
1045: The relay passes the home of our colleagues at BBC Radio Cumbria which has noisy crowds outside.
Members of the torch security team exchange low fives with several spectators in the crowd, in which lots of Union Jack flags are flying.
1048: Lots of people out to see the torch here on the streets of Carlisle today are likely to recognise Liz Auld.
She has been a guide leader, parochial church council secretary, parish councillor, tennis club chairman, Carlisle RNLI chairman, and flood relief and WRVS volunteer.
But she has found time to fit in an appointment with the Olympic torch today.
1050: If you have missed any of today's early torchbearing scenes take a look at our picture gallery of the day so far.
1055: Liz is unlikely to forget her time with the torch for a long while. She is relishing every step, smiling and waving and even stopping for a hug with a woman in the crowd on the pavement. Liz also keeps moving from side to side to give children watching a really close look at the torch.
1056: Liz's final act of the relay is to light the lantern - and you know what that means. Yes that's right - convoy time once again. This time for a journey to Wigton of just under 20 minutes.
1100: One Carlisle resident, who had come out to see the torch pass through Carlisle, told the BBC: "It was good to see it in Carlisle. It is not something you see up here very often. It was nice that it spent so long here as well."
Meanwhile BBC Cumbria reporter Adam Flett took these pictures of the relay in Carlisle - outside the BBC and on Castle Way:
Thomlinson Junior School, Wigton, tweet, that they are: "Waiting for the torch to hit Wigton!"
1114: Wigton, your torch has arrived.
The town has stood since Medieval times. The Roman fort of Maglona, sometimes known as Old Carlisle, lies just out of town.
1116: Huge smiles expected here from Lauren Armstrong - it says in her nomination that she always has one to hand.
She's a member of Watchtree Wheelers Cycling Group and enjoys gardening, rock climbing and cooking.
Not dampened by the conditions, the crowd are chanting her name.
1119: BBC reporter Jennie Dennett says: "Crowds are out in Wigton, screaming and shouting, there's an instant festival atmosphere.
"The flame is burning brightly against the grey sky. The crowds are so excited."
1120: Running now with no problems at all is Lauren Hardon, 15, who overcame a serious knee injury to return to playing hockey and football.
Her father is a bomb disposal expert in the Army and is often away on tour. During this time she cares for her mother who has epilepsy. On top of this she has a 40-mile round trip to school.
1124: Nice view of the crowds who have turned out here as Toby Mounsey-Heysham runs up the streets, thumbs up to his supporters.
1128: So there's no such thing as bad weather, only inappropriate clothing.
Good selection of kagools out here in Wigton, and across Cumbria, today.
1131: Flame back in the bus now, and off to Aspatria.
1135: BBC community reporter Mel Hanley in Aspatria, says:
"The town is starting to fill up and really looking forward to the arrival of the torch.
"Aspatria is quite isolated and with a worldwide occasion on the doorstep, for small villages and communities, it is quite special.
1143: The first runner here in Aspatria is James Boothroyd, 17, who was orphaned as a child.
He had spent much of his childhood caring for adults; first his father and then his grandmother.
He and his brother were taken into care and are now with a foster family. James was supported by Carlisle Young Carers and is actively involved in promoting their aims.
1147: Running in the glow of the headlights of the torch car, reflected in the puddles, is Sheila Gregory, chief officer for a local charity which supports people with learning disabilities and their families.
Keen to give people with disabilities the opportunity to enjoy all aspects of life, she has organised activities such as abseiling, rock climbing, sailing and volunteer work for those involved with the charity.
She has also helped raise more than £500,000 for a new facility.
Well, at least these dark "midsummer" skies make the torch look brighter.
1154: The torchbearers have been really interacting with the crowds today - kisses, hugs, high and low fives exchanged.
Julie Cutler Worthington writes on our facebook page: "(Earlier torchbearer) Liz Auld brought a tear to my eye - how lovely it was to see her try to allow everyone to have a good look at the torch (a bit nerve wracking for the lovely police officers though!)
1155: And it's a lovely family moment as the torch passes to charity fundraiser David McGechie, 38. He has climbed Ben Nevis, run several half marathons and organised a long-distance bike ride, bake sales and quiz nights.
The previous torchbearer was Amanda McGechie, and two children came out to join them in the street - a full line up of the McGechie family we think?
1158: He hands the torch on to Mark Rutherford, 36, who was highly active in a number of sports including running, kayaking, swimming and diving but after completing a 5km race he collapsed and had a seizure.
Despite this, he still regularly competes in fell races and marathons and ran the length of Hadrian's Wall (86 miles) in 23 hours 15 mins, raising more than £600 for the Great North Air Ambulance.
He's also a member of Carlisle canoe club and helps provide saftey cover for open water swims in the Lake District.
"Hiyaaaaa," shouts someone in the crowd, as vuvuzelas toot.
1202: Chris, a local teacher watching in Aspatria, has seen the torch previously. She said: "I have seen it in LA, where I was born, I saw it in the Atlanta torch relay and now I am in the UK - and the best of Britain is here now.
"It is crazy here and it as wet as anything - but we are here to celebrate our community and our fabulous country."
Was it brighter in Los Angeles though, Chris?
1205: Off to Maryport now. The flame is back in the bus and the convoy leaves Aspatria.
It looks like perhaps brighter skies are ahead on the coast.
1213: Maryport is at the western end of Hadrian's Wall, and is a stop along the coast to coast cycleway.
Today, the torch has arrived by bus.
1215: On its website, the town of Maryport describes itself as: "An attractive coastal town on the Solway estuary, with sweeping views, shoreline walks, golf links, coastal sailing, lively pubs and memorable summer festivals. Here you can experience a maritime history of two thousand years of the sea, visit the many attractions and unique shops, and discover a Lake District experience with definite difference."
1217: John Wright hands over flame-bearing duties to Victoria Johnston. Just before his stint, John told the BBC: "I feel very lucky to have been nominated, and a bit humble. The torch is very light, about as heavy as my shoe."
Good to see #bbctorchcam's service continue to be appreciated around the globe as Janice Doyle tweets: "Our family is all over the world but we saw our parents in Gretna, Scotland cheering on the torch. well done :)"
1220: Now it the turn of Thomas Braithwaite, 16, who has Down's Syndrome, autism, coeliac disease (a gluton intolerance), impaired hearing and severe learning difficulties but has used cycling to ensure he enjoys life. He was nominated by staff at the Watchtree Wheelers Cycling Centre where he is a regular visitor.
1224: Next up is Karen Greene, who is a doctor who in her spare time works with a mountain rescue team. She also raises money for charities including Lamm Hospital in Bangladesh where she also spends her holidays doing volunteer work.
1226: Wait a minute, where's Karen going? Only to kiss an onlooker, who then snaps a quick photo of her on his mobile phone. Huge puddles on the side of the road as Karen stays on the right route.
1228: Although we left Scotland a while back, Karen and our next torchbearer Angela Brand-Barker revive the practice of linking arms and doing a quick dance before handing over the flame (see 0919 entry).
Angela is now on her way. She represented her home country of Wales at mountain running between 1985 and 2005. She organises lakeland fell races, mountain bike navigation challenge events, orienteering events and regularly marshalls at club-organised races. Money raised from these events has gone to the North West Junior Orienteering Squad, Cockermouth Mountain Rescue and Great North Air Ambulance.
1231: If the crowds get out of hand in their excitement here, Joseph (Joss) Naylor's skills may come in useful. He's a Lakeland shepherd.
He is also a champion fell runner who overcame a back injury and has won every fell running event in Lakeland. To celebrate his 60th birthday Joss ran the 60 highest peaks in Lakeland.
1236: Running all the way behind Joss are a group of people including a child with a homemade torch - family or close friends we assume.
1238: Right by the town sign welcoming you to Flimby stands Darren Blanks ready for his turn with the torch and urged on by spectators shouting "Come on Darren!"
His nomination tells the story of someone who has found that what hurts you can make you stronger.
A former soldier who fought in Iraq, he has lost his sight, and his hearing in his left ear, has had a brain tumour, a crack in his skull and meningitis. His nomination says Darren has, "remained positive & independent, not letting this affect his active lifestyle".
Darren says that he just went into autopilot and carried on with his life. Not letting it get him down, Darren has grew stronger by fighting through the difficult times, getting used to his loss of sight & hearing in the way only Darren knows."
1240: Get up out of that chair watching torchcam and join in with some inspiring fitness moves - Barry Johnson here is a 71-year-old personal trainer.
His nomination says he trains rally driver Matthew Wilson and runs fitness classes.
He ran a 180 mile triathlon for his 70th birthday, visiting every lake in the Lake District and raising £10,000.
1242: A flurry of photos (is that the correct collective noun) has arrived in our inbox.
The first two from BBC Cumbria show Maryport's first torchbearer John Wright and the second the children from Netherhall School in the town out supporting the relay. The third picture was tweeted by The Lake District and shows the torch 'kiss' between Victoria Johnston and Thomas Braithwaite and his dad:
1244: An extra police officer on the streets with the torch here as Julie Dodd takes up the flame.
She's an equality officer with Cumbria Police and a Guide leader.
Her husband, who nominated her, says: "To top it all Julie still finds time to be a great wife and wonderful mum to our two children, Imogen & Marcus."
Before setting off Julie said: "I was shocked but delighted when I found out that I had been nominated to run with the flame.
"I have always enjoyed helping others and get a lot of satisfaction from my role as Equality officer. Policing is all about helping the community and my role allows me to work closely with minority groups to offer the support and guidance they need. I'm very nervous but I am looking forward to it!"
Cumbria Constabulary's Assistant Chief Constable Michelle Skeer said: "The event celebrates local heroes, and Julie has been recognised not only for her efforts during her role as Equality officer with Cumbria Constabulary, but also for her voluntary contributions to her local community."
1246: This is Gayle Simms, who supports families and children with renal and urological problems through fundraising and being a trustee at Alder Hey Children's Kidney Fund.
1250: A member of the torch security team can be heard on the microphone telling the crowd to "keep banging on your drums" but apart from a few screams it is quite quiet as Jackie McCann takes her turn.
1252: A 10-minute hop to Workington now, where pupils from Southfield Technology College are getting ready to welcome the torch in their own unusual style with a Chinese Dragon which needs 15 children to operate it::
1259: Workington sits at the mouth of the River Derwent. It used to be a home of the iron and steel industry and in the 2009 Cumbrian floods, a main bridge north of the town was destroyed by the water.
1301: Nick Ball, Workington's first torchbearer, sounds like the kind of guy who could have designed the torch and its relay.
He is an instructor at The Lake District Calvert Trust and has designed equipment like an electric, remote-controlled archery crossbow; a 'glove' allowing tetraplegics to handle a mainsheet on a yacht and a battery-powered steering device for sailing dinghies.
1303: Will she pick up a torch, or catch it in a leap with one foot still on the ground?
Tessa Stockdale runs a weekly netball session for all ages and abilities - five to 70 - all playing together in the village she hails from on the Cumbrian fells.
1306: "My dad is the extra mile in our family," says the nomination for Ken Walker from his son Mike, and "You just have to ask people have you met (him) and the smiles will rain down."
Ken's a plumber and at the local suppliers, he is known to be so good-natured, that they call him "Sir Ken".
"Some great people extend their greatness to their family some take to the local area my dad takes it to everyone, everywhere," says Mike.
1309: Almost lunchtime for the torch now - so Andrew Robinson is a good person for the torch team to have around.
He's set up the North Lakes Foodbank, which co-ordinates the collection of tinned and dried food from churches, schools and community groups and then helps to feed people in crisis, like those affected by the Cockermouth floods.
He takes over from Ken, who has a fan waving a "Go Ken" banner in the background. The pair bizarrely bump shoulders and off goes Andrew.
1312: Plenty of Union Jacks in evidence once again - one has fallen off a railing and a helpful security team member rushes to pick it up to the delight of its owner.
1314: Next up with the torch is Richard Field, who has volunteered in Tanzania and Malawi and is now a football coach. Plenty of waves to left and right from Richard as he tours the torch.
1315: David Quinn, now with the torch, organises the Dalgety Bay Relay for Life on behalf of Cancer Research.
1318: The torch has been very warmly received in Cumbria today, despite the horrible weather. BBC Radio Cumbria, with the Olympic torch relay every step of the way, have made this audio montage of today's crowd reaction so far.
1320: Here at BBC Torch HQ we're happy to be of assistance to Steve Kelly, who has got in touch on Facebook to say: "Recovering from a broken toe so torch cam is a good way to pass the time, still intend to hobble into Lancaster tomorrow to see it for real."
1325: And now the torch is going off for a sandwich - and so are we. The relay is due to restart in an hour's time.
1335: What to do on a lunchtime in Workington you may ask? Well, there's the Helena Thompson Museum, the windmill at Schoose Farm and perhaps even a coil or two of Cumberland sausage to munch on followed by Cumberland Rum Nicky - that's a date, rum and ginger flan to the uninitiated.
1352: Lunchtime is handover time in the TVC mothership, with Ian and Claire passing on the commentary flame to Michael Hirst and Sarah Holt. Good afternoon! Hope you're enjoying your sarnies.
As we wait for the relay to get back underway from Workington in about half an hour, just to let you know that the video we have made available for you to watch again is exactly what went out when the stream was live, including the spaces caused by the loss of the feed.
We always knew that for technical reasons it would be impossible to capture all 8,000 miles of the Relay live, and we have sought to keep the gaps to the minimum possible.
But the BBC is working on providing a complete video archive of the torch relay and we hope to make this available as soon as possible.
Check out our updated Q&A for more details.
1404: Up ahead in Cockermouth, the BBC's Jennie Dennet reports that local sports clubs are making the most of the enthusiasm for athletics, setting up a number of recruitment stalls along the main street.
Wonder if there's a Rock-It-Ball stand - we'd love a go at that...
1425: And we're back on the road with the first runner of the post-lunch session, Christopher Casson, passing the flame to Cath Pearce. How now Brown Owl! Cath has been running a Brownie group for the last 18 years and is now overseeing Girl Guides and Ranger groups too.
1429: What an athletic gait! Could we be seeing a future Olympian holding the torch? Thirteen-year-old Toby Douglas is a swimmer with the national training squad and his dream is to represent Team GB at the 2016 Olympic Games. Fingers crossed...
1432: Eyeworth's Alex McNeil is up next. The 52-year-old action man has, among other feats of endurance, ski-ed 24 mountains in two days to raise money for the charity Scope.
And a steel band playing in the background are sounding good!
1433: Local lad Kev Bell has been nominated to carry the torch next and gets a big cheer from his home crowd.
The 30-year-old has cerebral palsy but completed the London Marathon in a pretty handy 4:42 while studying for a psychology degree.
Kev now works with adults with learning difficulties to help them have fit and active lifestyles.
1436: Keswick's John Merritt has been nominated to carry the torch by his son. John was professor of education for the Open University until he retired in 1985. Now, the 85-year-old spends his spare time walking on the Lakeland fells. And running with Olympic flames.
1437: Silky side-kick there from John, who's clearly still young at heart...
1440: The security team weren't quite sure what to do there as John flung the next torchbearer, Lesley Jackson, around in an impromptu highland dance... After all that action, Lesley's strolling with the torch at a much more leisurely pace as a group of school kids with banana-coloured hats go, well, bananas at the road side.
1444: Up ahead in Whitehaven, where the relay is due shortly, the BBC's Adam Powell has been speaking to people on the streets ahead of the arrival of the Olympic flame.
One man, David, said: "We can feel the atmosphere building now. I think what is great is all the young people from the schools have been allowed to come down for a once in a lifetime opportunity, and they are relishing it."
1445: As Mark Farr takes his moment to shine, "Gary int Layks" has issued this warning on Twitter: "Keswicks Rock Chick choir await the torch outside the WildStrawberry @bbc2012....better watch out!" We're ready, Gary!
1448: Ian Moseley is the last bearer in Workington. The 52-year-old father-of-two has volunteered in hospitals and for the Samaritans before founding Millers Homes for Children to care for vulnerable children.
1457: The flame is popped back in a davey lantern and into the van for a quick convoy stint up the A597 to Whitehaven, where we're due on New Road in about 10 minutes.
1504: Next stop is Whitehaven on the Cumbrian coast. In its hey-day, Whitehaven was busy building tall ships and many a sailor was said to have set sail from Whitehaven at the mercy of the winds and tides.
1513: We're back with the torchbearer James Simpson in damp Whitehaven, accompanied by a cacophony of car horns and umbrella-wielding crowds. Douglas Murphy on Twitter - and possibly in sunny Los Angeles - says: "@BBC2012 Good morning from the other side of the world! Raindrops on #bbctorchcam make me homesick for the Northern Counties."
1515: This relay leg with the Olympic flame should be a breeze for Gary McKee who's cycled through Brazil, trekked through New Zealand, climbed Mount Kilimanjaro and run from Land's End to John O'Groats for MacMillan Cancer Research.
1520: Whitehaven's seafaring credentials are boosted by the naval figures lining the street as Gary stops for a quick interview and photo op, holding his torch aloft proudly to the gathered crowd.
1527: Jocelyn Lace takes up the torch next. Her nominee says of the 35-year-old Whitehaven lass; "Don't ever underestimate this little woman's big impact."
Jocelyn can be found making waves at the Workington Swimming Club.
1528: Jocelyn's taken the torch into a pedestrianised area where #bbctorchcam can't follow, so the horsebox has just taken a side road before catching up with the torch action...
1530: Soggy replica torches are being waved in a damp and grey Whitehaven as the torch comes back into view.
Back to the subject of niche sports, Shameem Arnold is the co-founder of the Moky dance fitness programme. Three years ago, Shameem had ME but developed Moky with her husband Mat to help people have fun and stay fit. On the jukebox during the class are a sprinkling of Latin tunes, Kings of Leon and Lady Gaga.
1534: And with a quick wave to the crowd, the flame is transferred back into a davey lantern for a convoy trip to Cockermouth, where we're due in about 15 minutes - bang on time.
1540: Forget Glastonbury: If you're a music-lover, Cockermouth is where it's at. And if you're free on 20-22 July, you can still get tickets to Cock Rock, where Doctor and the Medics will be performing. All together now: "Going on up to the spirit in the sky, That's where I'm gonna go when I die!"
Plus the Fun Lovin' Criminals. And Goldie Lookin' Chain... Get in there fast!
1546: The clouds have really closed in over Cockermouth and sadly this rain looks set to stay for the next few hours. Still, we're told the crowds in the town are still 10-deep.
The torchbearers are smiling and the torch is shining on through the gloom - as shown in this photo of torchbearer Shaneem Arnold with friends in Whitehaven.
1555: Up now is Tim Sowton, 51, from Cockermouth.
Tim was 23 and part-way through medical school when he developed a rare cancer. He needed six operations, and three years out of university to recover. He came back, completed his studies, and has since run the London marathon six times.
As a qualified doctor, he worked to rebuild healthcare in war-torn areas of Afghanistan and Cambodia with Medecins sans Frontieres. He is now a GP in Cumbria. He's also a GP trainer, course organiser, and teaches a university course for GP's about palliative care.
This time last year, Tim was at the front line in the Cumbria shootings, which killed and injured several of his patients. He had gone to the surgery to catch up with paperwork, and instead found himself tending victims in the road outside, with the killer still loose.
1558: The crowds are impressive despite the rain and BBC Reporter for BBC Radio Cumbria Jennie Dennett in Cockermouth says: "So many people have brought along stepladders to enable them to see."
1559: Expect a decent pace from the next torchbearer Toni Chaplin-Armer. She's run nine marathons in the last seven years and is now team manager of the ladies Border Harriers. Good thing she quit smoking before she took up the running!
1603: Michael Park is now carrying the Olympic flame in his hometown of Cockermouth. He's a leader with a volunteer mountain rescue team and he's worked through some of the most challenging rescues including the floods of 2009 and the West Cumbria shootings in 2010.
When not helping those in distress, Mike is a keen climber and fell runner.
1607: Mike is enjoying his moment here, high-fiving the thick crowds lining the street and making what would politely be termed as a gentle pace with the Olympic flame...
1609: Our next torchbearer is more accustomed to two-wheeled travel rather than a gentle jog. Emma Hayes, 16, organises events at her local cycling club and has been awarded British Cycling's gold young leader award.
1611: And while the crowds are big in Cockermouth, they were impressive yesterday too: Eden council has told BBC Radio Cumbria it estimates around 17,000 people took part in celebrations there as the torch relay went through Brough, Appleby and Penrith. Great scenes!
1613: Current torchbearer Inge Sullivan's another keen cyclist, raising £3,700 in the last five years for charity. A local treasurer for the National Childbirth Trust, she helps support those in need during pregnancy and the early years of parenting.
Inge is also a support worker for her local scout group.
1615: Local lady Tracey Harrison, 46, is the co-ordinator and coach for Keswick Hockey Club, whose pitch is based in Cockermouth. If there are any children's matches for the club, she is the organiser and coach.
As Treasurer of the hockey club she is charge of subs and membership, and attends all committee meetings. She also arranges the end-of season "Do" and any other fundraising nights. All 220 members of Keswick Hockey Club nominated her to say thanks.
1619: The flame bids farewell to Cockermouth and is transferred into a lantern for the 15-minute road-trip to Keswick.
Do get in touch with your thoughts on the relay so far, or if you're heading out to brave the elements in see the Olympic flame in person later today, we'd love to hear from you - tweet us @BBC2012 and we'll mention you here. And take a brolly!
1624: While we're on the road, this just in from the our man on the ground in Cumbria, Adam Flett. BBC Radio Cumbria has been travelling with the Olympic torch relay as it makes its way around the county today. Here's a taste of what they've been hearing.
1634: We're told that sensible crowds in Keswick are donning waterproofs as the torch relay convoy approaches. Ominous clouds overhead!
1637: As we get back into torchbearing mode in Keswick, thanks for all your tweets to @BBC2012.
Steve Logie tweets: "Wow watching all the hearty people in such horrid weather,it shows the real spirit of the British people!"
Alison Edgar tweets: "Thanks BBC for letting me watch #TorchRelay go through my home town of Carlisle while I'm sitting hundreds of miles away in Sussex." Hope the weather's better where you are Alison!
And Dougal Murphy tweets from LA: "Cockermouth-to-Keswick is the most spectacular leg yet. The cloud-topped mountains, so wild and dramatic #bbctorchcam!" That's all very well for you to say, Dougal, sitting in California!
Great to have you with us today. Thanks for following all the action with #bbctorchcam!
1641: Thirteen-year-old Milly Pyne from Ulverston takes up the torch.
She tirelessly helps raise funds for Cancer Research, Over the Wall Foundation, Great Ormond Street Hospital. Her sister Alice has terminal cancer and recently Milly ran the Race for Life on her behalf and raised more than £32,000.
1642: The next torchbearer Janet Sutcliffe makes the most of her time with the flame, side-kicking her way down the crowded streets of Keswick
1647: Beautiful-looking flare display there from a bridge overlooking the road as Simon Clegg takes up the torch from Christopher Caddick, who was sung happy birthday by the crowd as he ran!
1649: The BBC interviewed Tim White who was out watching the torch as it came past in Keswick. He said: "With the weather expected to be bad, I was not expecting to see so many people but the rain has held off so we have been quite lucky."
1700: Bear with us as we try to get the video footage back - we're told 3G coverage is patchy in this area of Cumbria...
1703: As the video returns, Stuart Robinson, 49, takes up the flame. He set up the local swimming club in Appleby when the new pool was built and was on the fund-raising committee to build the new pool.
Stuart has represented Great Britain many times in the World Championships as well as competing all over the UK.
He then set up an annual triathlon event for juniors which became part of the national events for juniors - including the now-famous Brownlee brothers.
1705: Up ahead in Bowness, meanwhile, BBC Radio Cumbria presenter Paul Braithwaite says it's overcast and there's been some rain but that has cleared up now.
"It is also very warm and I had to take of my waterproof coat," he adds. "People have started to gather on the Glebe in front of the stage - ahead of this evening's performances."
1708: There are beautiful scenes here in Keswick, looking across misty valleys to the lakes as the torch is transferred back into a lantern for the half-hour-drive to Grasmere.
Fingers crossed for the 3G coverage - and slightly less cloud-cover - as we make our way through the Cumbrian fells as this English countryside is beautiful...
1723: Quick pit-stop here for the #bbctorchcam team outside Grasmere - check out that moody scenery in the background!
1741: First up with the torch outside Grasmere is Maggie Harrison, 50, who didn't think she'd make it to this age as she didn't think she could beat cancer, but she is now in remission.
A Cancer Research UK volunteer, in November 2010 she went to Westminster to share her story and will local MP John Woodcock to support its political campaigns.
Together with fellow Cancer Campaigns Ambassadors, her efforts resulted in £25 million invested by the government into better diagnostic testing for cancer in primary care settings.
1744: Pauline Powell, 58, didn't start running until she was 50, but since then she has run at least two half marathons or marathons a year, often dying her hair in the colour of the charity for which she is running. She's looking pretty natural today, though...
1749: As the torch splits off to be carried through Broadgate Meadow, the BBC's Adam Powell in Grasmere says he's stood amongst a group of 60 people with flags at the ready.
Meanwhile, Jan Shorrock from Lakes Alive tells BBC Radio Cumbria Bowness is delighted to be hosting one of the first events for the London 2012 festival.
"Historically, the Olympics was as much about the Arts and poetry as it was about sport, so this is about bringing a flavour of that back.
"Even if it rains the show will take place on the shores of Windermere. We are in the Lake District were we are used to extreme weather. We have contingency plans in place to make small adaptations if we need to for safety reasons, but the show will go on."
1750: Philip Barker from Dalton-in-Furness is just 12 years old but is described as a great role model who has had a positive impact on his school while also caring for his disabled mother who suffers from rheumatoid arthritis and struggles with everyday tasks.
1754: This is Olympic hopeful Mark Shaw, 21, from Grange-over-Sands, who was nominated for his dedication to trap shooting, in which he is a junior champion.
1758: Andrew Holden is 71 and has been playing hockey since the age of 14, playing at club, county and veterans levels.
He has played in European and World Championships for England in over 60's, over 65's and over 70's winning bronze, silver and gold medals.
During his career he has held a number of positions on Cumbria County Hockey Association including president and was also coaching development officer for Cumbria. Andrew also coaches juniors and umpires at all levels and still turns out to play for his local club.
1802: Quick diversion for the Olympic flame here is it takes a trip aboard an open-topped bus and is due to be carried by Olympics swimming hopeful Shauntelle Austin.
1806: As the torch basks in the Cumbrian sunshine (we wish!) thee's time to say hello to Michael Celia across the pond, who's got in touch via facebook to say: "Funny...after watching the feed for a few hours, I almost grabbed a raincoat on my way out the door... only to realize it's 90 degrees and sunny here in New Jersey..."
Ah well, it's warm in Cumbria too - just a little damp, tis all!
1814: Hello to the heron and the solitary fisherman out on the lake - what a beautiful shot!
1816: They're getting ready to give the torch a colourful welcome in Ambleside - check out the balloon tree that's being put together!
1821: As the flame disembarks after its open-top bus tour, a quick shout-out to the staff of South Lakeland Parks, who have just finished a 106-mile charity torch relay in Bowness and are looking forward to the celebrations there tonight!
1822: And back to that balloon tree quickly, we're told that thoughout the day hundreds of greetings, notes other thoughts have been attached to the structure. The messages will go on to be displayed in the local library. Hopefully #bbctorchcam will catch a glimpse of the tree itself in a minute.
1830: As Stefan Pryor takes up the flame, there's good news on the weather front from BBC radio Cumbria's Paul Braithwaite, who says: "The Glebe is filling up now and the weather is currently dry and quite warm." happy days!
1832: This is 46-year-old Paul Elwood from Ambleside, who's head coach at Ulverston Amateur Swimming Club, where he gives up four mornings and five evenings a week to coach people of all ages.
1833: Carrying the torch now is Liam Jordan, 14, who contracted Meningococcal Septacaemia at the age of two which left him with cerebral palsy.
When he came out of hospital, doctors told his parents that he would be blind, deaf and totally disabled for life. But he has overcome numerous operations and keeps a positive outlook.
He attends the Aiming High youth club at Millom Children's centre and is described as an inspiration to all. He's certainly carrying the Olympic flame with a big smile!
1837: Liam is up out of his wheelchair to walk the final stretch before handing the torch over to Tom Wright.
1839: Fifteen-year-old Tom from Egrement loves sport and music and has represented his district and county in running.
He's also a committed supporter of Leukaemia and Lymphoma Research, and has run the Junior Great North Run three times, raising £1,000 for charity. He recently was awarded the Blue Peter badge for all his efforts.
1842: Fourteen-year-old Stephanie Booth takes up the flame on the last relay leg before its boat-trip across Windermere.
The Windermere lass is a triathlete who started swimming at the age of seven. She has represented Cumbria at breaststroke each year since she was nine and holds every club record, including the under-17 girls' 200m breaststroke, a record she broke aged just 12.
At 8 Stephanie took part and had a record-breaking win in her first triathlon. She represented the region at inter-regional competitions coming 12th, beating Wales and Scotland. She is currently ranked number two in the North-West.
Stephanie has represented Cumbria in cross-country running. She has largely trained herself in cycling.
1849: #bbctorchcam has logged off for the day as, sadly, the horsebox isn't equipped to float.
We're hoping to bring you footage of the Olympic flame crossing Windermere with some satellite wizardry, though, so bear with us and the colourful bars on the left as we try to grab those shots from the ether...
Meanwhile, Jennie Dennett, BBC Radio Cumbria reporter at Waterhead says lots of children there are having a lovely time.
"They are paddling in the water right over the tops of their wellies whilst they wait for the torch to arrive," she says.
1903: We're now bringing you pictures from the Tern as it crosses Windermere with the Olympic flame aboard.
James Phillips, BBC radio Cumbria reporter, says: "I am looking out across a flotilla of boats all adorned with Union Jacks!"
1905: Stephanie Booth had a quick chat to the press assembled at the prow of the boat. "I was quite nervous," said Stephanie.
"It was fun and amazing and exciting and everyone was there cheering us on. The fact that it [the torch relay] gets everyone involved is really special," she says.
1908: Stephanie says it's an amazing day. She was nominated by her headmaster. As well as her triathlette skills, she helps out at school with younger kids' reading.
She gives a shout-out to her family at home, her aunty from Canada and cousins from Wales!
1913: Stephanie has a couple of photos with grey-clad members of the security team and reporters gathered on the boat's bow - accompanied all the while by a screaming group of children in the background.
Her torch is replaced with a spare to make sure its fuel doesn't run out during the crossing.
1917: It's a taste of the paparazzi for Stephanie, who's finding herself posing for photo after photo on the boat. That's what happens when you're carrying the Olympic torch.
1922: That's it for Stephanie, who's done a super job carrying the Olympic flame for what's been a lengthy stint. The flame has been transferred to a lantern, which is being held aloft so the passing boats can still get a glimpse. Nice touch.
Jennifer Schmidt has got in touch on Twitter: "@BBC2012 Stephanie must have the record for carrying the torch for the longest amount of time! nice to see it up close! #BBCtorchcam"
And here's more from #torchcam fan Dougal Murphy on Twitter: "@BBC2012 Great coverage from Windermere. They should've had the #bbctorchcam team covering the Jubilee River Pageant! This is how it's done."
1931: It's been a lively cruise on the Tern and that's partly thanks to the enthusiastic support from the children of Lakes School, St Cuthbert's Primary, Ambleside School, Coniston School, Goodly Dale Primary, Grasmere Primary, Hawkshead Primary, John Ruskin Primary, St Marys Nursery and Infant School, Langdale School and Windermere Junior School. And it's a school night too!
1935: Stephanie's back on her feet after a well-earned rest as the flame was held aloft in a lantern by security team member 'Taz' - real name Andy Thomas.
As her torch is relit, Stephanie is told: Whatever you do, don't drop it in the lake." Charming!
1937: The BBC's team on the ground has sent us in a couple of snaps from the waters of Windermere.
1940: As the security team pose for pictures with the Olympic flame, the BBC's Priya Patel on board tells us people are coming up to her on the boat asking if #bbctorchcam is here!
It is in spirit!
Here's what they're seeing from on board the Tern, with a flotilla of boats joining it across Windermere. Beautiful scenes!
1944: It looks like we've come across a longboat race with oarsmen surging across Windermere to the sound of beating drums. It's like the Jubilee river pageant mark II!
1955: As the Tern docks at Bowness, reporter Naomi Cornwall tells BBC News 24: "Many local people and tourists have come out to see this sight. Stephanie has been accompanied [on the boat] by school choirs and people have gathered for a huge open air concert here tonight to launch the cultural side of the Games.
"Katy B and British Seapower are playing. I was speaking to the leader of the local district council earlier and he said events like this are vital to show what Cumbria has to offer to Britain and the rest of the world, so it's a big draw for the local economy."
1957: There's a quick lantern-switch for the flame as it's carried ashore - possibly to give Stephanie another fuel-replenished torch for the handover to the day's final torchbearer...
1958: And there's the famous kiss as the day's last torchbearer, Jan Booth, takes on the Olympic flame. She tells us she can't believe how many people have turned out to greet it!
Jan, 23, from Kendal, is county chairwoman of Cumbria Young Farmers Clubs which has 1400 members aged 10 to 26 in 26 Clubs around Cumbria.
Jan also sits on committees representing the members at Area and National level. She also oversees all the many events the members do to raise money for Charity - last year they raised over £42,000.
1959: This is the joy of live TV - the torchbearers are being held in place to make a good photo shot for the top-of-the-hour news bulletins...
2005: And as the Olympic flame makes it's way to the evening festival, lighting the cauldron in Bowness, that's it for day 34 of our live coverage.
Tomorrow's leg sees the flame travel from Kendal to Blackpool, with a trip up the famous Blackpool Tower on its itinerary.
We'll be back with our usual continuous video and live text in the morning so please join us then.
2007: Tonight's celebration concert includes Mercury Prize nominee Katy B, local indie band British Sea Power and dance act Twist and Pulse.
During the show, streams of colour and light will blaze across the skies above Windermere as part of the start of the London 2012 Festival.
Lakes Alive: On The Night Shift - a combination of a concert and firework display - will begin at around 22:00.
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