The Tour of Britain Women route has been announced, featuring a four-day race in the north-east of England and Scotland. The event, organized by British Cycling, will take place from 5-8 June, with the final stage in Glasgow. Defending champion Lotte Kopecky is expected to participate, potentially gearing up for the Tour de France Femmes.
The race will start in Dalby Forest, cross the North York Moors National Park, and finish in Redcar. Stage two will be held in the Tees Valley, with a challenging finish at Saltburn Bank. Stage three will take place in the Scottish Borders, with a cobbled section at the finish. The race will culminate in Glasgow with a city centre circuit, providing an exciting conclusion to the event. British Cycling Events Managing Director Jonathan Day expressed enthusiasm for hosting top teams and riders in the UCI Women’s WorldTour, showcasing the best of the region's terrain across the challenging stages. Further details on participating teams and routes will be disclosed in the coming weeks as anticipation builds for the prestigious event.