Sheffield becomes cycle track as grand prix arrives in city centre

Cycling fans took over Sheffield city centre - as cycling’s 2026 Sheffield Grand Prix hit the town.

Families and fans were handed the chance to take a ride on the route used for the event, before some of the biggest names in British cycling competed in the race over a 1.4km circuit. The race took in Arundel Gate, Norfolk Street, Surrey Street, Pinstone Street, Union Street and Furnival Gate on Wednesday (July 22) evening.

Traffic was diverted while the race took place in the evening.

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