Expect a fun-filled afternoon, with an array of activities taking place across Leigh Sports Village starting at 11.30am until 2.30pm. From cycling to racket sports to rugby and football competitions there’s something to keep everyone entertained. Legends Bar will be open, serving a range of food and drink and outside here you will be entertained by local artists; Cool Cats Covers band and others. As if that wasn’t enough, a small artisan market and fun fair will also be on site.
Around 2.30pm we expect the riders to descend on Leigh, so stick around to cheer them on as they cross the finish line. This will be shortly followed by the medal ceremony where the overall winners will be.
Cycling
Cycle Pump Track – Free short cycle circuit including a series of mounds and banked turns that can be enjoyed by all ages. Bikes and helmets are available to use free of charge.
Family friendly led rides – We’ll be leading a series of short led rides of approx. 1 mile around the Leigh Sports Village campus, with riders finishing on the main finish straight that will be used by the race itself. Bring your own bikes, or loan one of ours along with helmets for free.
Guided Ride from Robin Park Arena in Wigan to see the race finish – We’ve organised a 24 mile bike ride from Wigan to Leigh and back to Wigan to see the famous race finish at Leigh Sports Village. This ride is only suitable for experienced cyclists and booking is essential.View more information and to book a place at Let's Ride - Tour of Britain Comes to Leigh (external link).
Smoothie and Balloon bikes – Fancy making a smoothie or inflating a balloon using pedal power? Then come and find us and jump on one of our adapted bikes and pedal to create the perfect smoothie or balloon. Suitable for age 5+.
Racket Sports
A range of racket sports available to try your hand at, including badminton, table tennis, pickleball and short tennis.All levels and abilities are welcome.
Where: Leigh Leisure Centre, Sports Hall
When: 11.30am – 2.30pm
Price: Free
The Hub
Join in The Hub’s themed quiz, join in our cycling challenge or make your own badge.
Where: Leigh Youth Hub
When: 11.30am – 2.30pm
Outdoor Sports
Take part in a range of outdoor sports and test your skills with our team of coaches.
Can you beat the keeper, hit the cross bar or complete our 5-shot football challenges?
Or, can you kick the penalty conversion.
Where: Leigh Sports Village Arena
When: 11.30am – 2.30pm
Parking
There is no public parking available at Leigh Sports Village during the Women’s Tour of Britain 2024.
Parking is available at Pennington Flash and the usual tariffs are in operation.
Alternatively, there are a range of FREE council parking areas as outlined on our Leigh car park web page.
PLEASE NOTE: Wigan Council surface car parks are FREE at weekends, roadside parking bays are not unless specifically stated.
A number of roads in Haigh, Aspull, Hindley and Leigh will be closed on Sunday 9th June between the hours of 13:00 to 14:30 in support of the Tour of Britain.