October 27, 2026 - 227 views
North Wales projects are among 54 initiatives across Wales sharing £3.19 million in funding to improve cycling facilities and attract visitors ahead of the Tour de France Grand Départ in 2027.
The investment is part of a wider £4.5 million Welsh Government package designed to boost cycling tourism, support local businesses and create a lasting economic legacy from one of the world's biggest sporting events.
In North Wales, £100,000 has been allocated to the Holyhead Gateway Coastal Cycling Route, which is being delivered by Isle of Anglesey County Council.
The project aims to strengthen cycling connections around Holyhead, making it easier for residents and visitors to explore Anglesey's coastline, communities and attractions by bike. It is also intended to create more opportunities for tourism businesses to benefit from people visiting the island.
The Holyhead project is among 54 schemes across Wales receiving a share of the £3.19 million Croeso i Feicwyr programme. The funding will support improvements ranging from cycling hubs and bike hire facilities to better trails and electric bike charging points.
In Mid Wales, a separate £100,000 award will establish cycling hubs in Welshpool, Newtown, Machynlleth, Llandrindod Wells and Llanfyllin. The scheme, delivered by Powys County Council, will provide facilities including cycle parking, repair stations, bike-wash facilities, e-bike charging and visitor information.
The hubs are intended to help cyclists discover nearby attractions, including Powis Castle and the National Cycle Museum, while encouraging visitors to spend money in local communities.
A further £1.3 million has been allocated to the new Croeso i Feicwyr: Business Ready Fund, which will help businesses and community organisations across Wales prepare to welcome more cyclists.
Cafés, pubs, restaurants, accommodation providers, visitor attractions and community organisations will be able to seek support for improvements such as cycle parking, e-bike charging and repair facilities. Applications are expected to open through local authorities in due course.
The funding comes as Wales prepares to host the Tour de France Grand Départ in 2027. Visit Wales is also planning to make 2027 the Year of Cycling, supported by a national promotional campaign and an interactive mapping tool bringing together cycling routes and visitor attractions.
The Welsh Government says the aim is to encourage visitors to explore more of the country by bike, supporting local economies and ensuring the benefits extend beyond the race itself.
Cabinet Minister for Enterprise, Connectivity and Energy, Adam Price, described the Grand Départ as a “once-in-a-generation opportunity” for Wales.
He said investment in cycling facilities and experiences would encourage more people to explore the country on two wheels while helping local businesses benefit from growing cycling tourism.
