This is a landmark moment for our community. The Tour is the largest free-to-watch sporting spectacle in the world, attracting millions of viewers globally—and Stockport will be a major part of the action.
The UK stages will begin in Leeds and cross the Pennines to Manchester, where stage 1 will end, and stage 2 will begin heading through Stockport and then climb into the Peak District before finishing in Sheffield, with a showpiece finale in London.
To mark the announcement, all 10 host venues lit up the skies with a yellow beam in a nationwide “Tour de Skies” celebration—signalling the countdown to an event that will showcase Britain on the world stage.
But this isn’t just about cycling. Organisers have unveiled Joy, a social impact programme designed to tackle inactivity, improve mental wellbeing, and create opportunities for young people. Thousands of volunteer roles will also be available—from event operations to community engagement—giving residents the chance to be part of history.
Councillor Mark Roberts, Leader of Stockport Council
This is a monumental moment for Stockport and we're thrilled and honoured to welcome the biggest free-to-watch sporting event in the world into our borough. Hosting the Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift is not just a privilege, it’s a celebration of everything that makes Stockport special. We’re proud to play our part in this world-class event and ready to rally our residents, businesses, and communities to get involved. This is our chance to inspire the next generation—especially women and girls—to get on a bike, get active, and live well. It’s an incredible opportunity to showcase the spirit, energy, and unique landmarks of Stockport on a global stage. We can’t wait to share this journey with you!
British cycling champion Lizzie Deignan MBE
Racing the Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift has been one of the highlights of my career, and seeing the women’s edition go from strength to strength has been genuinely inspiring. To know that both the men’s and women’s races will start here in 2027 is truly special. This is a huge moment for the sport and an opportunity that will inspire countless women and girls to get on their bikes.
The event will attract visitors to Stockport, boost local businesses, and create opportunities for communities to come together and celebrate. There will also be plenty of ways to get involved. Stay tuned to our channels for route reveals and much more.
For more information visit the official Tour de France website.
