Frequently Asked Questions

WHAT IS THE TOUR DE YORKSHIRE? 

It is a UCI-approved 2.HC Europe Tour international cycle race that will be one of the biggest cycle races in the UK in 2019 and an outstanding event in the international cycling calendar, with some of the top international teams taking part and a two day women's race taking place between 1 - 2 May. It will be broadcast live on TV in the UK and worldwide. It has 4 stages: Stage 1 starts in Beverley and finishes on RedcarStage 2 starts in Skipton and finishes in LeyburnStage 3 starts in Barnsley and finishes in Huddersfield. Stage 4 starts in Halifax and finishes in Leeds. 

 

WHEN IS IT TAKING PLACE?

The next Tour de Yorkshire will be held between 30 April - 3 May 2020 - Download our PDF Route Map.

 

HOW LONG IS THE ROUTE?

The men's course will cover 612.5KM (380.5 miles) over four stages - one stage each day, full details.

The women's course will cover 239KM (148.5 miles) over two stages - one stage each day, full details.

 

WILL THERE BE THE SAME LEVEL OF ROAD CLOSURES AS FOR TOUR DE FRANCE?

No. Most will be rolling road closures lasting no more than an hour, apart from the start and finish lines and some climbs where the road closures will be longer. Road closures will be managed by the police.

 

WILL THE ROUTE BE THE SAME EACH YEAR?

No, the route around Yorkshire will be different every year, allowing us to showcase all of our beautiful county.

 

WHO IS ORGANISING THE RACE?

The race is being organised by Amaury Sport Organisation (ASO) and Welcome to Yorkshire - supported by local authorities throughout Yorkshire.

 

WHY IS IT CALLED TOUR DE YORKSHIRE AND NOT TOUR OF YORKSHIRE

The Tour de Yorkshire race is owned by the ASO, the Amaury Sports Organisation, a French company based in Paris. It therefore has a French name and some of the key climbs have been given a French name as a nod to the French origins of the race.

 

WHICH RIDERS AND TEAMS WILL BE COMPETING?

These will be announced soon.

 

HOW MANY SPECTATORS ARE EXPECTED?

We saw around 1.9 million people come out to watch the race in 2019, we hope many more will watch come to watch the race in 2020.

 

WHAT ARE THE TIMINGS FOR THE RACE? 

These will be announced soon.

  

WHERE CAN I WATCH THE RACE?

Spectators will be able to watch the event for free anywhere along the route but obviously starts, finishes and climb locations will be most popular. The race is also broadcast live on ITV4.

 

HOW CAN MY BUSINESS GET INVOLVED WITH THE RACE?

We have put together a toolkit to help Yorkshire-based businesses. For further details click here.

 

HOW CAN I GET INVOLVED/VOLUNTEER?

Sign up to be a Tour Makers here. However, be sure to sign up to our Tour de Yorkshire enewsletter, Allez Yorkshire to stay informed on all the latest developments.

 

SPECTATOR SAFETY

Please respect the riders 

 

WHAT ARE THE RACE COLOURS?

The race colours are yellow and bright blue.

 

CAN I USE THE TOUR DE YORKSHIRE LOGO?

Only sponsors of the event can use the Tour de Yorkshire logo. For further details click here.

  

CAN I APPLY FOR PRESS ACCREDITATION FOR THE TOUR DE YORKSHIRE?

Please contact [email protected].

 

WILL THERE BE TELEVISION COVERAGE?

Yes, all 4 stages and the Women's Race (2 stages) will be televised live.

  

WHY DOES THE TOUR DE YORKSHIRE NOT GO TO SOME PARTS OF YORKSHIRE?

The inaugural Tour de Yorkshire took place predominantly in areas which missed out on the Grand Départ of the Tour de France. Welcome to Yorkshire continue to work with local authorities who were keen to support the new race and A.S.O. regarding technical requirements to select the best route for this international road race.

 

WHAT IS THE TOUR DE YORKSHIRE RIDE?

The Tour de Yorkshire Ride is a unique opportunity for cyclists to ride the Tour de Yorkshire route, experience the Tour de France legacy and to pave the way for the pro riders. Thousands are expected to take part in the charity event, making it one of the biggest sportive in the UK.

 

WILL ROADS BE CLOSED DURING THE TOUR DE YORKSHIRE RIDE?

Further details to be announced soon.

 

HOW MUCH DOES THE TOUR DE YORKSHIRE RIDE COST?

Full details here.

 

I HAVE A QUESTION ABOUT THE TOUR DE YORKSHIRE RIDE?

Please email [email protected].

 

WHERE CAN I FIND OUT FURTHER INFORMATION ABOUT THE TOUR DE YORKSHIRE RIDE?

There is further information here.

 

WHO IS THE OFFICIAL CHARITY FOR THE RACE?

This will be announced soon.

 

TRANSPORT & TRAVEL

For more information on road closures click here.

For additional road closure and travel information for North Yorkshire, please go to www.northyorks.gov.uk/tour

For information on road closures in Kirklees, please go to www.kirklees.gov.uk/tourdeyorkshire

 

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