Tour O The Borders

Sunday 5 Sept 2027

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"One of the best all-round rides in the UK... a masterpiece of route planning."

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Tour O The Borders 2027

Beautiful traffic-free cycling in the UK's undiscovered cycling heaven.

In 2027, the world’s biggest cycling event, the Tour de France is rolling through our backyard - and Tour O The Borders is your chance to ride the very landscapes that inspired it. From the dramatic sweep of the Devil’s Beef Tub and Moffat Dale to the breathtaking Grey Mare’s Tail, every kilometre showcases why the first stage of the Tour de France is heading to the Scottish Borders. Even our short route packs a punch, featuring the legendary Talla climb and the stunning Megget traverse. It's undoubtedly some of the best road cycling in the UK.

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  • “I have taken part in many sportives in the UK and my experience at Tour O The Borders was the best out of all of them. Well organised, friendly staff/volunteers, great resources, beautiful scenery and to top it all off, on closed roads.” 

    — Touro 2023 Participant

  • “This is the best closed road event I’ve been a participant in. It was great fun and extremely well organised. The atmosphere and community spirit was fantastic as were the feed stations.”

    — Touro 2023 Participant

  • “The Tour O The Borders is by far, the most beautiful, friendly, well organised sportive that I have ever been on.”

    — Touro 2023 Participant

  • “For me this route will stand out as being one of the best all-round rides I have done in the UK. The climbing was not unduly challenging, the scenery stunning and the descents memorable. It’s a masterpiece of route planning.”

    — Cycling Active Magazine

10 reasons to Touro!

  1. A choice of awesome routes
  2. The best closed road sportive route and event in the UK
  3. Closed road cycling heaven
  4. Stunning scenery
  5. A genuine classic cyclists’ course
  6. Award-winning pies!
  7. Awesome finishers medal
  8. Home-made cake for all
  9. The best safety and medical support
  10. Full support and results straight to your phone
  • Tour O The Borders - Reasons
  • Tour O The Borders - Reasons
  • Tour O The Borders - Reasons

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