The Lancaster Grand Prix Cycle Races will return to the city in the summer, it has been confirmed.
The event will go ahead on Sunday, July 12, as part of British Cycling’s Elite National Road Series, thanks to the support of Lancashire County Council, Lancaster City Council and other key partners who will be announced later.
The Chair of the organising committee, Brian Cookson OBE, said: “We have put in an intensive effort to make sure these races, for both Elite categories, can be properly resourced, and that has been achieved thanks to those partners”.
‘’The preparatory work will now accelerate over the months through to July, with a massive effort from all involved, to ensure the events will be delivered to the high standard that we have achieved in previous years.’’
For the future, it is intended that the 2027 event will build into a bigger weekend community festival to help prepare for the visit to Lancashire of the Tour de France Grand Depart, and to ensure that the legacy of that highly-anticipated iconic event will continue to benefit the people, businesses and community of the County for years to come.
Councillor Brian Moore, Lancashire County Council Cabinet Member for Economic Development and Growth, said: “We’re pleased to be supporting the return of the Lancaster Grand Prix, an event with a strong track record that brings elite cycling to Lancashire.
‘’Delivered in partnership with other councils and national governing bodies, it offers a great opportunity to showcase the county, support local businesses and communities, and encourage participation in sport.
‘’The event also aligns with our longer-term ambitions around cycling, active travel and building a lasting legacy from the Tour de France Grand Depart as it comes to Lancashire in 2027.
‘’Working with trusted partners, this is an investment that adds real value and helps strengthen Lancashire’s place on the national sporting stage.”
Councillor Caroline Jackson, leader of Lancaster City Council, added: “The Lancaster Grand Prix is a fantastic showcase for our district and I’m delighted that it is returning.
‘’It is testament to our longstanding council commitment to premium annual cycle events and is a real vote of confidence in our district’s ability to deliver events of national significance, made possible through strong partnership working.
‘’Events like this bring people together, support local businesses, celebrate our place in the national sporting calendar, and I’m excited to see plans develop not just for 2026, but also Grand Prix 2027, as part of building a lasting legacy from the Tour de France Grand Depart.”
The event took a break in 2025, after running for three consecutive years, with Elite cyclists taking to the roads of Lancaster in two races starting and finishing at Williamson Park.
Jon Dutton, CEO of British Cycling said: “We are proud to see the Lancaster Grand Prix return to the Lloyds National Road series.
‘’In an event that is known for its prestige, action and intrigue, it will surely be one riders and fans alike will be excited to be a part of.
‘’We would like to thank the organisers and partners for ensuring the event goes ahead, and their continued support in growing the road cycling scene in Britain.”
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