The Tour of Britain cycle race stage start from Bath is now only a few hours away. As Leader of the Council and a keen cyclist I am delighted that we are bringing a stage of this increasingly popular sporting event to Bath and NE Somerset.

We are expecting a big crowd and so we have put out information as widely as possible to show everyone the options.

 

Travel information around Bath for the Tour of Britain

Bath & North East Somerset Council is reminding people travelling in and around Bath to be prepared for the Friends Life Tour of Britain, which sets off from the city on Friday 12 September.

Following the huge build-up for the event in the local media and the Council’s Connect magazine, the Council is keen to assure people that disruption will be kept to a minimum so that everyone can enjoy the big day.

Some rolling road closures will operate along the route on Friday 12 September 2014 between 9am and 12noon along with some fixed closures at various points. However, the restrictions will not be active for the whole of this period and the closures will only be in operation when traffic signs or a police rolling road closure are on the scene. The rolling road closures will only last until the final race convoy vehicle has passed – which is anticipated to be no more than 25 minutes.

For up to date information on getting around Bath on the day visit www.bathnes.gov.uk/love2cycle.

Gear up for the big event

A large number of spectators are expected to line the route. The lead cars leave Royal Avenue at 10am and the race starts at 10.15am. Up to 120 professional riders from 20 teams will pass by some of Bath’s most iconic heritage sites before leaving the Bath and North East Somerset area via Brassknocker Hill around 10.45am.

If you plan to watch the race in Bath or on the city outskirts, please get there early. We advise that you walk, cycle or take public transport on the morning of the race or use the Park and Ride services at Lansdown, Newbridge and Odd Down.

For buses, please visit www.travelinesw.com, email info@travelinesw.com or call 0871 200 2233. For trains, please see www.nationalrail.co.uk or call 0845 748 4950.

For more information and updates on the big day, follow the Council on Twitter via @bathnes.