North Yorkshire is set to host stages of the prestigious Lloyds Tour of Britain cycling race over the next two years following a £350,000 investment.
North Yorkshire will once again become a focal point for international cycling as it prepares to host stages of the prestigious Lloyds Tour of Britain in both 2026 and 2027.
Members of the York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority have officially approved an investment of £350,000 from the Mayoral Investment Fund. This funding will be used to partner with British Cycling, ensuring that a full stage of the internationally recognised race comes to the region in each of the next two years.
The Mayor of York and North Yorkshire, David Skaith, believes the event is a perfect match for the area and will help promote active lifestyles.
He said:
"Showcasing our beautiful region to the world through one of the UK’s most high-profile sporting events is a natural fit, given our proud cycling heritage. Welcoming a stage of the race will allow us to showcase our spectacular landscapes, historic places and vibrant communities to a global audience across more than 100 countries. It’s a major opportunity to boost tourism and support our local economy. Our region is moving forward, creating healthier, more active communities and empowering more people to move, including walking, wheeling and cycling more."
The Director of Events at British Cycling Ventures, Jonathan Day, expressed his enthusiasm for the upcoming events, noting the success of previous races in the area, including the start of the women's race at Dalby Forest.
He said:
"We are delighted to agreeing this partnership with the York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority and bringing the Lloyds Tour of Britain to the region over the next two years. We have seen some exceptional racing in North Yorkshire over the last few years, most recently with the women’s race starting at the Forestry England site of Dalby Forest in 2025. The area brings entertaining racing for the riders, exceptional backdrops for broadcast, and enthusiastic crowds across the route. We are looking forward to working with partners across 2026 and 2027."
The economic benefits of hosting the race are expected to be substantial for the region. Last year’s event attracted an audience of more than 1.7 million global viewers and delivered an impressive economic impact of £62 million across the United Kingdom. Estimates suggest that each individual stage of the race generates between £2 million and £12 million for the local economy through increased visitor spending and international exposure.
Under the new agreement, North Yorkshire will host a full stage of the men’s race in 2026, followed by a further stage in 2027. The men’s race is scheduled to take place in September, providing a strategic opportunity to attract more visitors to the region outside of the peak summer season.
Meanwhile, the women’s race will be held during August, which is already the busiest time of the year for the local tourism and hospitality sectors.
The specific routes for the upcoming stages will be developed collaboratively by British Cycling and North Yorkshire Council. Organisers intend to take full advantage of the region’s varied landscapes to deliver a challenging and visually striking course for the competitors.
In addition to the initial £350,000 investment from the Mayoral Investment Fund to host the race, the Combined Authority has also agreed to share the costs incurred by North Yorkshire Council. This additional financial support will be directed towards managing the necessary road closures and traffic arrangements required to safely deliver the large-scale event for both riders and spectators.
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