Lowestoft puts on a show for last leg of Tour of Britain

The race got under way on the seafront on Sunday morning, in front of huge crowds.

Before the start, year six students from two primary schools led the peloton to Claremont Pier.

The pupils from Phoenix St Peter Academy and Roman Hill Primary school were cheered as they pedalled along the promenade.

The primary school children at the beginning of their ride along the seafront (Image: Mick Howes)

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Matthew Gordon, executive head at Phoenix St Peter Academy, said: “For the children, this is an event which is a life experience.

“This has been a fantastic opportunity for our children, and they have embraced it whole-heartedly."

Several activities had been organised in the town to mark the start of the final stage, which ended later in Felixstowe, with British rider Stephen Williams taking overall victory in the race, which started in Kelso on Tuesday and has covered 587 miles.

Among the festivities on Royal Green was an event allowing children to ride bikes along a special course with bumps and ramps.

The activity was open to children of all ages. (Image: Mick Howes)

There were also free bike workshops, where people could get their cycles repaired.

Danny Walden, managing director of Hand Crafted Wheels in Oulton Broad, was one of those involved 

He said: “I love it when a tour comes to Lowestoft – it makes it a great day. People come out and appreciate it. Everyone brings their bikes out which is an amazing thing."

Jason Pointer and Danny Walden showcasing their bike with a Lego touch (Image: Mick Howes)

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Richie Downing, from East Suffolk Council community team, said: “We are very excited to be able to support the fantastic Tour of Britain leaving Lowestoft today.

“Fantastic people, fantastic energy. It’s absolutely brilliant.”

The starting point at the East Point Pavilion (Image: Mick Howes)