Smiles all round

There were smiles all round as London was announced as the host of the 2012 Olympics.

A nervous wait

A nervous crowd gathered to hear the decision of the from Singapore.

Celebrations begin

Stratford's Meridian Square was covered in a wave of confetti as the decision from the IOC in Singapore was announced.

Scenes of celebration

Children cheer as the news is announced from Singapore that London has won the 2012 Olympic bid.

Tessa Sanderson

British Olympic medal winner Tessa Sanderson celebrates with some of the Olympic bid team and some new friends.

We are the champions

Children celebrate as London is announced as the winners of the 2012 Olympic bid.

Fun for all ages

Children of all ages were excited about the 2012 Olympic bid result.

We've got it!

Happy scenes at Stratford's Meridian Square on Wednesday 6th July, as the result is announced.

Nervous wait

Children wait nervously for the result of the 2012 Olympic bid.

London is streets ahead

Children celebrate the successful Olympic bid.

Jubilant Crowd

a jubilant crowd celebrates the 2012 London Olympic bid win.