Warrington confirmed as host of 2024 Tour of Britain Women stage

It follows the success of when the town hosted a stage of the men’s race in 2021, with thousands lining the streets to cheer cyclists on.

This year’s stage is expected to again begin and end at the town’s iconic Golden Gates outside Warrington Town Hall on Saturday, June 8.

It may pose a conflict for sports fans however should Warrington Wolves reach the Challenge Cup final at Wembley that same day.

Taking place from Thursday, June 6, to Sunday, June 9, the race will see the world’s top female riders and teams go head-to-head across four tough stages of racing.

The race will begin in Welshpool, situated in the heart of mid-Wales, with that stage seeing riders heading north to Llandudno.

Warrington previously hosted a stage of the men's Tour of Britain in 2021. Pictures: Dave Gillespie

Stage two will see riders stay in Wales for a start and finish in Wrexham, before crossing the border to the north west, where Warrington will host both the start and finish of stage three.

The race will conclude in Greater Manchester, departing from the National Cycling Centre and finishing in Leigh, where the race winner will be crowned.

Steven Broomhead, chief executive at Warrington Borough Council, said: “Following the success of the men’s Tour of Britain stage finish in 2021, it is great news that Warrington will host the pinnacle of the sport again, this time with both a start and finish for the Tour of Britain Women.

“We are pleased to be playing our part in celebrating some of the world’s greatest cyclists, bringing elite sport back to Warrington once again.

“It will be a fantastic showcase that will equally generate societal, health and wellbeing benefits.”

Jon Dutton OBE, CEO of British Cycling, commented: “While there is still a great deal of work to do, today is another important milestone in our journey and reflective of the enormous goodwill and support which major road cycling events continue to enjoy.

Warrington previously hosted a stage of the men's Tour of Britain in 2021. Pictures: Dave Gillespie

“Our primary focus has been to deliver a safe and competitive race in 2024, but we remain every bit as determined to harness the race’s spotlight to make a real impact in the communities which it touches.

“We know that is a vision which resonates strongly in conversations with prospective commercial partners and hosts.”

Lizzie Deignan, former road world champion and Olympic silver medallist, added: “It is always special to race in Britain.

“I am so pleased to have two top-level stage races to look forward to on home soil as I ramp up my preparations for a busy summer ahead.

“There is clearly so much support and fondness for the race, both at home and further afield.

“The four stage hosts deserve credit for their commitment to women’s racing and for helping to make the race happen, and I am sure that together we can put on a brilliant show in June.”