As it happened: Queen's Baton Relay Day 28, Orkney and Highlands

Summary

The baton relay began in St Mary's at 06:20 BST
It visited St Margaret's Hope, Wick, Brora, Golspie, Tain, Alness and Dingwall
The relay ended in Dingwall with an evening celebration in Jubilee Park

Live Reporting

Craig Frew and Findlay Stein

Goodbye for todaypublished at 19:14 British Summer Time 11 July 2014
That's all from Queen's Baton Relay Live for today.
It's been a long one today - it was nearly 13 hours ago that Bashir Hasham was the day's first baton bearer in St Mary's.
The relay then crossed to the mainland, and saw some fine weather as it worked its way down to Dingwall from John O'Groats.
Thanks for all of your emails and tweets on #bbcbatonrelay, external.
Image source, Glasgow 2014
The baton travels from Inverness to Fort William tomorrow. Join us from 07:30 BST.
Are you, or is someone you know, taking part in the relay tomorrow? We would love to hear from you on email. For the latest on the baton relay visit our website.
Coming up tomorrowpublished at 19:03 British Summer Time 11 July 2014
Tomorrow sees the relay travel from Inverness to Fort William. Approximate timings are as follows:
- 07:30 BST Inverness
- 10:30 BST Drumnadrochit
- 12:00 BST Fort Augustus
- 13:55 BST Spean Bridge
- 15:15 BST Glenfinnan
- 16:15 BST Fort William
Done in Dingwallpublished at 19:00 British Summer Time 11 July 2014
The day's - and Dingwall's - final baton bearer is Mark Lee.
Mark has captained Scotland's rugby sevens team in both the Commonwealth Games and the World Series. He also led the British Army team to victory in the 2011 Defence World Cup.
Lining the streetpublished at 18:56 British Summer Time 11 July 2014
A final tweet from BBC producer Simon Dedman, external: "Hug and a #batonrelay exchange in Dingwall a good few thousand lining the sunny High Street"
Baton bearer - Liz Danbypublished at 18:44 British Summer Time 11 July 2014
Liz has given nearly 30 years of her personal time and commitment to developing gymnastics in the Highlands.
The driving force behind the very successful Highland Schools Gymnastics Association, she encourages children of all abilities to get involved in the sport.
Baton bearer - Rosemary Ashpublished at 18:38 British Summer Time 11 July 2014
Rose founded Strathspey's Learn To Swim programme, which gives children - no matter their age or ability - access to swimming.
She has spent an enormous amount of her own time coaching young swimmers and, in the words of those who nominated her, is the local community's "swimming superwoman".
Baton bearer - Eleanor MacLeodpublished at 18:37 British Summer Time 11 July 2014
Eleanor completed the Land's End to John O'Groats cycle in 2012 and, aged 61, took part in her first triathlon a year later. She is heavily-involved in event fundraising for the Strathpeffer Pavilion.
Image source, Glasgow 2014
Scotland's finestpublished at 18:26 British Summer Time 11 July 2014
Security is always a big concern at major sporting events, and Glasgow 2014 is no different.
The Scot Squad have made a short film that provides a light-hearted look into how Scotland's law enforcement officers are preparing for the Commonwealth Games.
We should point out that you may find yourself laughing if you choose to watch it.
Baton arrives in Dingwallpublished at 18:23 British Summer Time 11 July 2014
The sun is still shining as the convoy arrives in Dingwall for today's final stretch of the relay.
Balmy Alnesspublished at 18:07 British Summer Time 11 July 2014
BBC producer Simon Dedman, external tweets: "Allegedly according to the #batonrelay drivers it's 29C in the Highlands today. It's definitely in the mid-20C degrees"
That's warmer than Rio de Janeiro, in case you're interested.
Baton bearer - Ionutsa McClellandpublished at 18:06 British Summer Time 11 July 2014
Now 25, Ionutsa spent the first fifth of her life in an orphanage in Romania.
In spite of learning difficulties and early trauma, she has become a beacon of positivity, embracing life and people alike with wonderful enthusiasm and warmth.
Image source, Glasgow 2014
Baton bearer - Matt MacFarlanepublished at 18:06 British Summer Time 11 July 2014
Looking great in his kilt, thirteen-year-old Matt MacFarlane has just carried the baton in Alness.
Matt is a member of Inverness Harriers, regularly training in track and field events.
Aged 10 he took part in a duathlon (a 12 mile walk followed by a 10 mile cycle) to raise funds for a heart charity.
Image source, Glasgow 2014
Keen baker Matt recently made a huge batch of cupcakes for a MacMillan Cancer coffee morning.
'Well done James'published at 17:56 British Summer Time 11 July 2014
The strong turnout in Alness is no surprise after the emails we've received concerning its baton bearers.
Anthea McGlennon has been in touch regarding her son James Taylor. She says:
"James was born with club feet and was in plaster casts and calipers up to the age of seven, when he started kickboxing. He also has ADHD so has overcome many adversities over the years.
"James has competed for his country all over the world. He holds numerous titles including double Scottish champion, and he obtained a hard earned bronze medal in the world championships.
"He is an inspiration to us all, he never gives up and he now spends his time passing on his knowledge to the members of his club both young and old."
Image source, Glasgow 2014
"Well done James!"
Baton bearer - Gordon Millarpublished at 17:50 British Summer Time 11 July 2014
Judo coach and Second Dan black belt Gordie seriously injured one eye in an accident three years ago.
Image source, Glasgow 2014
Instead of dwelling on this he has, in the words of those who nominated him, "selflessly offered his time and efforts to others in the community".
International viewerpublished at 17:49 British Summer Time 11 July 2014
M Hicking has just emailed us from Canada: "Wonderful to watch this live from Victoria B.C. Keep up the good work."
Why, thank you. We'll do our best.
Baton bearer - Gemma MacLeanpublished at 17:32 British Summer Time 11 July 2014
Emily Finlayson has just passed the baton to Gemma MacLean.
Image source, Glasgow 2014
Gemma gained the title of Platinum Young Ambassador after providing coaching in hockey, football and athletics. She is "inspirational to the younger pupils in her community" according to those who nominated her.
River viewpublished at 17:20 British Summer Time 11 July 2014
Last week BBC Radio Scotland presenter Fred MacAuley, external carried the baton down the River Tay as part of a flotilla.
This short video, external, captured from the water by two people who took part in the event, was tweeted by Ed Hides. Enjoy!
All set in Alnesspublished at 17:03 British Summer Time 11 July 2014
Image source, Glasgow 2014
The convoy has now arrived in Alness where the first baton bearer, Natalie Hamilton, should start their stint shortly.
All aboard for Alnesspublished at 16:43 British Summer Time 11 July 2014
The relay has now left Tain, where Lizzy Burke was the final baton bearer.
The baton is now back on the bus and the convoy is heading for Alness. It should arrive shortly after 17:00 BST.
Tain pipespublished at 16:24 British Summer Time 11 July 2014
A pipe band played in the background as Eileen Russell passed the baton to John Waring.
John went over to the band and performed a little Highland dance with the baton. Let's hope he didn't "fling" it!
Image source, Glasgow 2014