Anyone can take part. Participation is voluntary and can be carried out at your own pace.

For a full explanation of the process and meaning, see the Baton page.

How to Take Part

You can take part by carrying out the Baton process in your local area.

The Process

• begin your walk from a public location
• carry the baton through your area
• record your journey, optional
• go to your local council building
• copy the email template and send the framework by email to the council leader, mayor, or relevant local representative
• keep a record of the email acknowledgement or delivery confirmation

What You Will Need

Required:

• a phone
• time to complete the walk

Optional:

• tripod or stabiliser

Provided where available:

• the baton
• the framework, digital
• council contact details

Access the Framework

Before taking part, you may wish to review or download the framework.

The framework and email template are available on the framework page.

Start with the summary, then download the full framework.

Recording Your Journey, Optional

You are encouraged to document your journey, but this is not required.

You may choose to:

• speak on camera
• explain your reasons
• record your walk and surroundings
• focus on the baton
• use narration only

You do not need to appear on camera.

The process itself is what matters most.

Submitting the Framework

The framework is shared digitally.

• send it by email to your local council
• address it to the council leader, mayor, or relevant local representative
• keep a record of the email acknowledgement

This ensures direct delivery and a clear record of participation.

Use of Footage

If you choose to submit footage to the initiative, it may be reviewed and, with your permission, used as part of public-facing material.

• website content
• edited videos
• public awareness material

Editing Your Journey Video

Recording your journey is optional.

If you choose to submit a video, please keep it short where possible. A clear journey video can be around 60–90 seconds and may include:

• the baton at the starting point
• a few clips from the walk
• a local landmark or council building
• the framework being sent by email
• a short reflection on why participation matters

You do not need professional editing. Simple trimming is enough.

Free editing tools include:

• OpenShot
• Shotcut
• Kdenlive

Only submit footage you are comfortable sharing, and avoid including identifiable members of the public unless they have agreed to be recorded.

Costs

This is a self-supported initiative.

• your time
• local travel, if required

No specialist equipment is required.

What Happens Next

• you will be contacted with next steps
• guidance will be provided
• where available, arrangements for the baton will be discussed

Register Your Interest