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It's official! Hull and East Yorkshire are hosting a stage of the Tour of Britain cycle race for the fifth consecutive year. The new route takes in some of the best urban and rural landscapes that the region has to offer.
Visit the region and experience the excitement of the race and the atmosphere as the crowds gather to cheer on the riders.
Hull and East Yorkshire is a fantastic place to cycle, with 70 miles of cycle routes there's plenty of flat land to explore...
Looking for accommodation during the Tour of Britain? Use our accommodation browse option below. You can also search for other events on in the region, and browse ideas for restaurants, cafes, and bars.
Princes Avenue - a buzzing area of cafe bars and restaurants
Where and when?
The Yorkshire leg of the race will start at 10.30am on Vernon Street (in front of the Warren Building) on 11th September.
From here the route follows Alfred Gelder Street, right into lowgate / market place, left onto Garrison Road, up to The Deep Roundabout, back round onto Garrison Road and off to the Humber Bridge.
Covering town and country here is a downloadable version of the official route of the 2008 race.
Feeling inspired by the Tour of Britain? Hull has various cycle routes for you and your family to explore. Click to download a copy of the Hull City Centre Cycle Map.
Co-ordinators of the National Cycle Network, the Sustrans website gives ideas for routes as well as providing information on national cycling events. Click to view website.
