Cumbria · July 2027
Tour de France 2027
Is Coming to Cumbria
Stage One finishes in Carlisle. Stage Two starts in Keswick. Make The Cranleigh your boutique base for the biggest cycling event the Lake District has ever seen.
The Grand Départ
A Once in a Generation Reason to Visit
In July 2027, the Lake District will host two stages of the men's Tour de France Grand Départ. It's a multi-year celebration of Cumbria as a world-class cycling destination and the perfect excuse for a romantic, boutique escape in Bowness-on-Windermere, centrally placed for both stage towns.
Why Bowness
Your Base for Race Weekend
Centrally placed in the Lake District, Bowness-on-Windermere puts Carlisle and Keswick within easy reach, while giving you somewhere far more romantic to come back to.
Central Location
Easy onward travel to both Carlisle and Keswick for race day.
Adult-Only Luxury
AA 5-star rated boutique rooms, suites and self-catering, a retreat after the crowds.
Lake on Your Doorstep
Just a 3-minute walk from Lake Windermere, in the heart of Bowness.
Recover in Style
Hot tub suites, spa baths and mood lighting after a long day on your feet.
Make a Weekend of It
Race Day, Then Recovery
Don't just watch the race, turn it into a proper Lake District break:
A relaxing spa pass at our partner spa hotel
Dinner and drinks at our sister venue BAHA, a short walk away
A lakeside walk along Windermere the morning after.
A Boutique Suite with a private hot tub perfect after a day on your feet.
FAQs
Tour de France 2027 in Cumbria
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The Tour de France Grand Départ visits Cumbria in July 2027, with Stage One finishing in Carlisle and Stage Two starting in Keswick.
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The Cranleigh is centrally located in Bowness-on-Windermere, a convenient base for day trips to both Carlisle and Keswick during the race.
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Yes — Cumbria expects a major surge in demand around the Grand Départ, and accommodation is likely to sell out well in advance.
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Absolutely. The Cranleigh is an award-winning, adult-only boutique hotel designed for romantic breaks — ideal for pairing the race with a luxury getaway.
Watch History Unfold in Cumbria
Book your boutique escape for Tour de France 2027 before rooms sell out.
Kendal Road, Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3EW · The Cranleigh Boutique