“This is a unique opportunity to be part of a historic event and to help put Cumberland at the centre of one of the world’s most iconic sporting occasions,” Quilter said.
The opening UK stages of the 2027 men’s Tour de France will be:
Stage One: Friday 2 July, Edinburgh to Carlisle
Stage Two: Saturday 3 July, Keswick to Liverpool
Stage Three: Sunday 4 July, Welshpool to Cardiff
During the second stage, competitors will pass through Thirlmere, Grasmere, Rydal Water and Windermere before heading through Lancashire to Liverpool.