The annual ‘Tour of Britain’ will pass through Tameside this weekend, entering the borough on 3 September.
A number of world-renowned cyclists from across the globe will be taking part in the event, which takes place from September 3 and September 10.
The event attracts a roadside audience of more than 1.5 million spectators across the country.
The tour is split into eight stages, with each stage taking place in a different region. Stage one sees the riders travel through the heart of Tameside, on Sunday 3 September. The cyclists are expected to arrive in Tameside via Werneth Low at around 12:45pm and will follow a route through Gee Cross, Hattersley, Mottram, Stalybridge, Millbrook and Mossley, before crossing the border into Oldham.
While spectators are being encouraged to join in the action by watching for free from the roadside, ITV4 will continue to broadcast live flag-to-flag coverage of each stage, and nightly highlights show, allowing fans in the UK to watch wherever they are. The race will also be shown in over 150 countries worldwide.
Follow the Tour of Britain on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram or via the event’s official website at tourofbritain.co.uk
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