North Yorkshire prepares for the fourth stage of Tour of Britain Men
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 4, 2026, 4:49 AM
Last updated Sep 4, 2026

North Yorkshire will host the fourth stage of the Tour of Britain Men on Saturday. The 103-mile route starts in Helmsley at 11:00 BST and finishes in Leyburn, featuring approximately 8,800 feet of elevation gain. British Cycling identified this as the most difficult stage of the race, noting it could significantly influence the overall competition standings. Riders will navigate several climbs, including Greenhow Bank and the Côte de Grinton Moor, before the final approach to Leyburn. Local organizers have implemented rolling road closures and parking restrictions along the path to accommodate the event. This stage marks the first time Leyburn has hosted the finish line for the race in its modern history.
- •The fourth stage covers 103 miles starting in Helmsley and ending in Leyburn.
- •Cyclists face 8,800 feet of elevation gain including climbs at Greenhow Bank and Grinton Moor.
- •The race route passes through Easingwold, Boroughbridge, Ripon, and Pateley Bridge.
- •Rolling road closures and parking suspensions will affect local traffic throughout the day.
- •Leyburn is hosting a finish line for the race for the first time in its modern history.
- 4:49 AMYahoo Sports — 'People will talk about the day the Tour of Britain came through'
"North Yorkshire prepares to welcome the Tour of Britain Men on the race's most difficult stage.
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