The 2018 Tour de Yorkshire will see the race coming through our area again. Commencing in Barnsley outside the Iconic Townhall stage 2 of the race passes through Penistone and Conisbrough, before it reaches South Elmsall, Ackworth, Pontefract and Castleford on Friday 4th May. The race continues into Leeds with a Climb to the Finish in at Cote de Cow and Calf in Ilkley. The women’s race follows a similar route through our region missing out Pensitone.
As in past years there are bound to be lots of surprises and excitement along the way. The 2016 Tour de Yorkshire saw Sir Bradley Wiggins unexpectedly pull out of the race on Greenhow Hill coming out of Pateley Bridge, while the 2014 Tour De France: Grand Depart race saw Mark Cavendish crash just before reaching the finish line in Harrogate. One thing is certain though…Yorkshire will put on a good celebration!
We already know that local communities along the route are making plans for the race. In the upcoming weeks, Mumbler will be keeping you up to date with what is going on, the best places to eat, drink and visit along the route. We will also be listing places to stay for anyone visiting our area for the event. If you want to list your business or promote your event please contact us at wakefield@mumbler.co.uk
The Route: Stage 2 Friday 4th May
Leaving Barnsley at 14:20 the male racers will make their way into the Wakefield District at around 4pm. The women’s race is due much earlier in the day and don’t forget the caravan! The times below are approximate so please get their early to get the best spot and of course remember that a rolling road closure will be in operation.
What Else Is On?
As details emerge closer to the time, we will list all the family-friendly activities that will be happening in the towns and villages of South Elmsall, Ackworth, Pontefract and Castleford. Follow us on Facebook and check back on this page nearer the time for all the latest updates.
If you’re visiting the area why not make the most of your time here and visit some of the beautiful places we have here in West Yorkshire. If you live here, take the chance to vist somewhere new. For ideas on places to go, have a look at our Days Out page.
