The third stage of the Lloyds Tour of Britain Men has just launched in Milton Keynes for the first time since 2008.
The race started in Midsummer Boulevard at 11:30am and will finish in Woburn Road, Ampthill, Beds, at around 2.40pm.
The stage for Britain’s biggest professional cycle race was set up outside MK Gallery and Milton Keynes Theatre in the town.
Elite cyclists, including the world's number one cycling team, UAE Team Emirates, took to the stage before the race began.
The race has created quite the spectacle, with roads being closed and spectators cheering contestants on from the sidelines.
A fan zone can be found at the end of the race, where fans can meet the Lloyds Tour of Britain’s partners.
To keep onlookers entertained while they wait for contestants to arrive, there are interactive experiences, plenty of freebie goodies and competitions with special prizes.
We will be bringing you more on the MK-Central Beds stage as we get it.
5. Tour of Britain Men: Team Decathlon AG2R La Mondiale
Team Decathlon AG2R La Mondiale being presented to the crowds before the race begins. Photo: Neil Shefferd/NationalWorld Photo: National World: Neil Shefferd
6. Tour of Britain Men: UAE Team Emirates
The world's number one cycling team, UAE Team Emirates, taking to the stage. Photo: Neil Shefferd/National World Photo: National World: Neil Shefferd
7. Tour of Britain Men: Spectators at Lloyds Tour of Britain
Spectators cheering on contestants at the start of the race. Photo: Neil Shefferd/National World Photo: National World: Neil Shefferd
8. Tour of Britain Men: Milton Keynes streets get busy
The streets of MK get busy for the race. Photo: Neil Shefferd/National World Photo: National World: Neil Shefferd