In 2027, Sheffield is set to play a central part in one of the biggest sporting events in women’s cycling history as the Tour de France Femmes makes its way to South Yorkshire for the first time next summer – an event that is sure to have plenty of crowds gathering once more as the city welcomes the speedy Tour de France Femmes with Zwift.
As we look ahead to next years event, we couldn’t help but remember 12 years ago, when the city turned yellow for the incredible event.
Do you remember 2014, when the Sheffield saw top cyclists battle it out on the city’s steep streets from Bradfield to Wincobank, before finishing in front of Forgemasters?
Fans turned out in their thousands too. Take a ride down memory lane with these photos.
9. Cote De Wincobank Hill, Tour de France 2014, Sheffield
Stage Two of the Tour De France 2014 York to Sheffield 06-07-14 The Tour de France peloton makes its way up the Cote De Wincobank Hill | Johnston Press
10. Cycle fans fly the flag for Britain on Jenkin Hill
Stage Two of the Tour De France 2014 York to Sheffield 06-07-14 Cycle fans fly the flag for Britain on Jenkin Hill | Johnston Press
12. Long wait
There was a long wait before the riders arrived when lots of support vehicles passed through, as seen here on Jenkin Road.