Le Grand DepartLooking out from Bah Humbugs into the peaceful market place of Masham, on what is a lovely sunny spring day, it is hard to imagine what it will be like when Le Tour de France, Le Grand Depart comes to town!
Not that Masham is a stranger to welcoming throngs of visitors to our beautiful Yorkshire Dales town. Throughout the year so many people enjoy spending their holidays here, soaking up the atmosphere. With annual events such as the Masham Steam Rally and the Sheep Fair, we in Masham are well used to accommodating the masses!
Stage 1 of Le Tour brings the cyclists directly through Masham just after lunch time on 5th July. Masham has plenty of parking availability, places to stay, places to eat and some wonderful shops, including Bah Humbugs of course! If you're thinking of visiting for Le Tour (or any other time) then have a look at www.visitmasham.com. Check out their events page for other activities taking place over Le Tour weekend.
Many roads will be closed during the race so if you need to plan your route North Yorkshire County Council have a comprehensive web page on the road closures
If you're looking for more details on what is happening in Yorkshire for Le Grand Depart then take a look at Welcome to Yorkshire's dedicated website.
Obviously a visit to Bah Humbugs is a must....... you need to stock up on your favourite sweets! Now what they be??? Lemon Sherbets, Sweet Peanuts, Strawberry Bonbons, Fizzy Cola Bottles?? And if you can't be with us for Le Tour why not visit our website and take a leisurely browse through our wonderful selection of mouthwatering goodies?
We look forward to seeing you - with or without your bicycle!
