Stage 5

The race heads to Cumbria and the Lake District for two stages on Thursday 6 and Friday 7 September, the first of which will be a unique uphill team time trial, the first-ever in OVO Energy Tour of Britain history.

Teams will depart from Cockermouth, which previously hosted a start in 2015, before tackling Whinlatter Pass from what is considered to be its easier western side. The 14-kilometre test gains over 300 metres in altitude, with the final five kilometres of the stage against the clock averaging 4%. The rider who goes on to claim the final OVO Energy Green Jersey will need his team to ride well in this crucial test.