It was an exciting day in Windsor today! The Olympic torch was due to travel up Peascod Street towards Windsor Castle at 2:30pm, and in true Octopus style, we left the office at 1:30pm and took a short walk to a local bar for pizza, a sneaky beverage and to get the best possible view!

I personally don't follow the Olympics, but I didn't want to miss out on an opportunity to watch the torch pass through, as I probably wouldn't get a chance like this again in my life time.

I was pleasantly surprised by the brilliant English atmosphere and the cheers as the torch and its bearer made their way along the road. It was all over in a flash, but at least I got a photo of the torch that I will treasure always! It's a good one, don't you think? :-)

And in true torch relay style... over to you Rachel!

Emma @EmmaTapsell

Up until today, I really didn't care much about the Olympics. To be honest, all of the big sporting events this year have been a bit lost on me. But when the offer of beer and pizza was put on the table (literally), I just couldn't refuse!

So, beer in hand, I stood at the side of the road and waited for the moment that everyone had been talking about for months, if not years - and it didn't disappoint. Admittedly the torch came and went in about two seconds, but still there is nothing more heart warming than being swept up in a bit of British spirit and enjoying the sense of occasion. However, I am still pretty upset that the man with the inflatable torches never did come back :-(

I should also mention that in true English style it was - of course - raining, but that didn't stop us Octopus folk having a great afternoon!

Check out the torch heading through Windsor  here.

Rachel @RachG268