Tour of Britain 2024 - Redcar & Cleveland
Redcar and Cleveland is the final location for the Lloyds Bank Tour of Britain 2024 on Wednesday 4th September.
The course will provides a major test for the riders as they take on multiple laps around the stunning seaside town of Saltburn and unrelenting climbs of East Cleveland’s roads before heading through Marske-by-the-Sea and finishing on Redcar seafront.
Crowds will again pack the route after huge turnout in 2023 and earlier this year where riders were cheered on by thousands of supporters as the race reached its climax at the top of Saltburn bank.
Lloyds Bank Tour of Britain Men’s Race
Location: Loftus, Brotton, Saltburn Bank, Skelton, Lingdale, Kilton, Marske-by-the-Sea, Redcar
Estimated Time: Entry into Loftus 13:45
Estimated Finish Time: Redcar Seafront 14:35
Redcar – Finish line
Public Transport – Travel sustainable and use public transport.
Train – Redcar Central Railway Station is a minutes’ walk away from all the action. Regular direct trains services into Redcar run to/from Saltburn, Middlesbrough, Thornaby, Yarm, Eaglescliffe and Darlington. From further afield there is a direct service from and to Manchester which calls at Northallerton, Thirsk, York, Leeds, Dewsbury and Huddersfield. For further information please visit the National Rail website. Book direct with Northern.
Bus – Connect Tees Valley allows for quick and easy bus travel planning into Redcar. Please note there are likely to be short delays for all road users, so please plan your journey to avoid disruption.
Road – Car parking locations in Redcar can be found here.
Park and Stride- If you’re driving to the event, take advantage of our free Park & Stride option available at Redcar Racecourse. Park your car for free and enjoy a short, 15 min walk to the finish line and the Tour Village. It’s a convenient way to avoid traffic congestion and get a bit of exercise before and after the event.
Location: Redcar Racecourse, Redcar Lane, Redcar TS10 2BY
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Walking route from the Racecourse to the Tour Village: https://maps.app.goo.gl/Mos8XX9u3uqxxqrc8
Saltburn – Circuit Race and Bonus Sprint
Public Transport – Travel sustainable and use public transport.
Train – Saltburn train station is a minutes’ walk away from all the action. Regular direct trains services into Saltburn run to/from Redcar, Middlesbrough, Thornaby, Yarm, Eaglescliffe and Darlington. From further afield there is a direct service from and to Manchester which calls at Northallerton, Thirsk, York, Leeds, Dewsbury and Huddersfield. For further information please visit the National Rail website.
Bus – Connect Tees Valley allows for quick and easy bus travel planning into Saltburn. Please not there a likely to be short delays for all road users, so please plan your journey to avoid disruption.
Road – Car parking will be limited in Saltburn and we encourage visitors to plan their journeys and arrive early where possible. Again, we strongly recommended using public transport where possible.
Closures will be in place throughout the area, download further information here.
Road Closures
Whilst the majority of the route will involve a rolling road closure there will be some hard closures in place on the day –
The Coast Road between the roundabout and Lilac Grove will be closed 0500 x 1800
Granville Terrace and the Coast Road along to Marske Roundabout will be 0900 x 1800 but could be removed earlier once barriers removed.
The Crescent will be closed 1330 x 1600
Parking Restrictions – a clearway will be in place for the full route meaning no vehicles can park on the route on race day.
For your safety and to assist your enjoyment please:
• Remember the races progresses at a fast pace, please don’t stand in the road even to get a photograph;
• Don’t cross the road once the lead car has passed; the race will be coming at speed;
• Arrive early, the race can go quicker or slower than planned. If you can’t get to a start or finish location, check out other key climbs or points of interest on route.
• Plan your journey in advance some bus services may be suspended or delayed so check with travel operators;
• Don’t park on the roadside on the racecourse, find a safe off-road position;
• Listen to the Marshalls, their advice is your safety;
• Support local businesses
• And lastly watch the race, wave those flags! Smile: you may be on TV and lets show the UK what Redcar and Cleveland has to offer!
With miles of accessible award-winning beaches, distinctive coastline, and breath-taking scenery Redcar & Cleveland is an area of natural beauty, historical wealth and a vibrant local culture.
Redcar – Finish Line
Redcar’s stretch of golden beach is the perfect backdrop for walking and cycling enthusiast and is proud to be included in 3 nationally recognised routes; the Cleveland Way, England Coast Path and the Tees Link – a brilliant way to explore the area at your own pace ahead of the race finish.
Located on the Esplanade is Zetland Lifeboat Museum, home to the world’s oldest surviving lifeboat, The Zetland as well as other maritime history and artefacts. The museum is free to enter and is open on race day 11am – 4pm. As well as the Zetland, don’t miss out on Redcar Beacon, which offers panoramic views of the coastline and the surrounding area – A great spot for photos!
Further along the Esplanade is Beach Base, Redcar’s first outdoor activity hub neighboured by a new adventure golf course and play area -a perfect location if visiting with all the family.
No visit to the coast is complete without sampling some traditional seaside treats. Enjoy delicious fish and chips and treat yourself to the world-famous ‘lemon top’ ice cream!
Saltburn – Circuit Race and Bonus Sprint
Saltburn, a traditional Victorian seaside town that has retained a lot of its fascinating heritage combined with independent boutiques and eateries has been a popular destination for centuries.
Fresh air and fun can be found on Saltburn Beach and the many attractions that surround it. Saltburn Pier is the last remaining pier in Yorkshire and is home to the oldest water balanced funicular still in operation in Great Britain, the Saltburn Cliff Tramway*. A step away from the beach front is Saltburn Valley Gardens, where many beautiful walks are to be had. The Valley Gardens incorporate the Valley Woods, a miniature railway, Italian Gardens, Woodland Centre and Tea Rooms.
*Regrettably the Tramway is currently closed following a fire. Works are well underway to restore this much-loved attraction and will reopen in the coming weeks.
Planning to watch the Tour of Britain in Redcar? Why not travel by bike, here’s a map of the safest cycling routes to the finish line from key locations in Redcar & Cleveland.
The Tees Valley Active Travel Hubs, delivered by Sustrans, have got you covered with fantastic free services to enhance your race day experience.
Free Bike Storage: Ride to the event and leave your bike in our secure storage area. Simply turn up, drop off your bike, and pick it up at any point until 5pm. No need to worry about finding a parking spot – just relax and enjoy the race!
Free Dr Bike Check Service:While you’re at the event, take advantage of our free Dr Bike Check service. Our team will be on hand to give your bike a thorough inspection and perform minor repairs. Ensure your bike is in top condition for the ride home.
Find our Active Travel Pop-up Hub in the Tour Village.
Location: Inside the Tour Village, located opposite Zetland Park, Coast Road, Redcar, TS10 3AZ
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Public Toilets and Changing Places Toilets –
The closest public toilets in Redcar to the finish line area are:
The closest public toilets in Saltburn to the circuit race area are:
Changing Places Toilets –
Changing Places Toilets in Redcar are located at
Changing Places Toilets in Saltburn are –
We understand that not all schools will be close to the race route and that it’s early in the term, which might make it challenging to participate. However, if you’re able to, we’d love to see your students get involved in any way that works for you — whether by decorating, participating in classroom activities, or watching the race live on ITV4.
Download the official Tour of Britain school pack here.
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