Homecoming for Olympic & Paralympic medallists

A quartet of Olympic and paralympic medallists led by former double Olympic champion Rebeca Adlington will be welcomed home by thousands in their home town of Mansfield.

Rebecca, who won double bronze at London 2012, will be joined by Paralympic swimming champ Ollie Hynd, his brother Sam, who won bronze in the pool, plus breaststroke silver medallist Charlotte Henshaw for today's celebrations.

The homecoming event will be held n the town's Market Place . The athletes will appear on stage during the homecoming, while scenes of them competing in the Games will be shown on a big screen.

Olympic-themed activities are also planned and flags will be given out during the event.