Major cycling event to return to North East after six-year break
The Tour of the Reservoir cycling event is returning to Consett as part of the Lloyds National Road Series - back for the first time since 2019 due to the pandemic. (Image: Alex Whitehead/SWpix.com)
A major cycling event set to return to the North East after a six-year break is expected to attract thousands of people
The Tour of the Reservoir will be held in Consett on Sunday, June 22, as part of the Lloyds National Road Series.
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The event last took place in 2019 and was postponed in subsequent years due to the pandemic.
It will feature both men's and women's races and is expected to attract thousands of spectators.
James Shaw (Swift Carbon Pro Cycling) takes Stage 2 and the overall win in 2019 (Image: VeloUK)
John O'Connor, chair of Project Genesis Trust, said: "We're thrilled to welcome the Tour of the Reservoir back to Consett.
"This event puts our town on the national sporting map and showcases everything we have to offer."
The race day will begin at 9am with the Alexandra Tour of the Reservoir, a 113km women's race.
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The men's open race will follow at 12.30pm, covering a 158km route.
Womens field heads though Consett at the start of Stage 2. Alexandra Tour of the Reservoir in 2019 (Image: VeloUK)
Both races are designated as National A events and will start and finish in Consett town centre.
Organisers Edward Beechinor Collins and Steve Walton said: "As organisers of the Tour of the Reservoir and Alexandra Tour of the Reservoir races, it would not be possible without great support from Project Genesis and British Cycling.
"We are keen to continue the legacy of this great event and bringing the event back to Consett will make a great day out for everyone."
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The return of the race was originally planned for 2020 to mark the 40th anniversary of the closure of the Consett steelworks, but was postponed due to Covid-19.
Mr O'Connor said: "The people embraced it in 2019, and it would've been a tragedy not to bring it back as it was such a success, with thousands of people coming into the town.
"This event isn't just about cycling; it's about celebrating the resilience of this community and showing how far Consett has come.
"We wanted to paint a positive picture of how the town fought back from hardship and has grown into something fantastic."
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The Tour of the Reservoir is designed as a free, family-friendly event.
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The town centre will host live entertainment, food stalls, children's games, and cycling-themed activities throughout the day.
Anthony Gill, head of sport at British Cycling, said: "Thanks to the commitment of the organisers Edward Beechinor Collins and Steve Walton at the Tour of the Reservoir, who are bringing this event back after six years.
"The Lloyds National Road Series continues to be at the forefront of domestic racing, and we're excited to see events like this one inspire the next generation of British cyclists while delivering thrilling racing throughout the season."
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