Tour de France reveals the six UK stage plans for historic 2027 Grands Départs

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 3 min read 100% complete by Jeremy WhittleJanuary 15, 2026 at 07:01 PM

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In 2027, the UK will host the Grand Départ of both the men's and women's Tour de France, marking the first time the same country outside France has hosted both. The men's race will begin in Scotland for the first time, with stages in Edinburgh, Carlisle, Keswick, Liverpool, Welshpool, and Cardiff. The women's race, the Tour de France Femmes, will start in Leeds and travel to Manchester, Sheffield, and London. The event aims to unite communities across Great Britain and inspire millions, with organizers expecting 10 million roadside spectators. The 2027 Grand Départs are expected to be the biggest logistical undertaking in the Tour's history and a significant economic boost for the UK.

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Simon Morton 40% Welshpool ×250% Cardiff 50% Liverpool ×350% Edinburgh ×250% Carlisle ×250% Keswick ×250% British Cycling ×260% Scotland 60% Wales 60% UK ×480% Tour de France ×990%

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