Lloyds Bank Tour of Britain
Gordon Fisher • July 18, 2024
Lloyds Bank Tour of Britain Men, Britain’s national Tour heads from Kelso in the Scottish Borders to Felixstowe on the Suffolk coast, over six scintillating stages of racing.
List of stages
Stage Type Date Course Distance
1 Flat 5 September Penzance – Bodmin 180.8 km
2 Hilly 6 September Sherford – Exeter 183.9 km
3 individual time trial
7 September Llandeilo – National Botanic Garden of Wales 18.2 km
4 Mountain 8 September Aberaeron – Great Orme (Llandudno) 210 km
5 Flat 9 September Alderley Park – Warrington 152.2 km
6 Mountain10 September Carlisle – Gateshead 198 km
7 Hilly 11 September Hawick – Edinburgh 194.8 km
8 Hilly 12 September Stonehaven – Aberdeen 173 km
Total: 1310.9 km
The May Flyer Double 100 (also known as the SWRC May Flyer) is a long-standing cycling sportive in the UK. It is organised by the South Western Road Club (SWRC) and has been running for over 25 years. The "Double 100" refers to the event's signature offering of two distinct route options for participants: The Flyer: A 100-kilometre (approx. 62-mile) route that meanders through the North Downs and Surrey Hills. The Flyer Challenge: A 100-mile (approx. 162-kilometre) route that crosses the North Downs into West Sussex and back. Event Details Next Event Date: Sunday, 17th May 2026. Start/Finish Location: Cobham Village Hall, Surrey. Terrain: Scenic but challenging, featuring notable climbs like Staple Lane, Pitch Hill, and Combe Bottom. Entry: Limited to 500 riders, with registration typically available through platforms like SiEntries. Charity: All profits from the event are donated to local charities. https://www.swrc.org.uk/may-flyer/about-the-may-flyer
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