The prestigious Tour of Britain cycle race left locals amazed by the 'brilliant' atmosphere as it returned to Nottinghamshire for the first time in four years. Nottinghamshire crowds saw the action unfold as the fifth stage of the race started at 10.45am on September 8 at Central Avenue in West Bridgford.
The tour started on September 4 in Scotland and lasts until September 11, when it will finish in the Isle of Wight. It was the third time the race visited the county, with Nottinghamshire having also played a central role in 2017 and 2018.
Glyn Lawson, 45, and Faye Machin-Smith, 36, both from West Bridgford, enjoyed the pre-race festivities with their sons Jay Machin-Smith, 8, and James Lawson, 8. Glyn said: "We saw the race the last time it was on in York. The school bike class organised it for the kids to come here. They're really enjoying it and we are, too."
