2022 Highlights

On Thursday 8 September the world-famous race returned to the county for the first time in four years when the fifth stage from West Bridgford to Mansfield took place. 

The 116-mile stage proved to be the final leg of the Tour after the remaining three stages were cancelled following the announcement of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s sad passing later that day.

Schools, businesses and residents in towns and villages along the route came out in force to watch the showpiece event as the riders, including Mansfield’s Ross Lamb, passed through Robin Hood Country – with race organisers praising fans for creating a ‘truly unforgettable’ atmosphere.

Take a look at some of the highlights

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Watch where the route passed through the county... 

The cyclists were waved off in West Bridgford by our flag competition winner Emilia Wood, from Birklands Primary School.

Stage five winner Jordi Meeus, BORA – Hansgrohe team, recieved the trophy designed by our competition winner Robyn Thurgood, from East Leake. 

The Ribble Weldtite Pro Cycling team wore headwear featuring artwork created by 15-year-old Grace Deuchars, of Keyworth, and Brooke Rogers, 14, from Carlton. 

Keyworth won the national land art competition with their 'Hedgehog Highway' on the rectory field. 

Eat like an athlete competition winner Sienna met local professional cyclist Ross Lamb and had her menu served at schools across the county on the day of the race.