Road closures and restrictions for Tour of Britain

Felixstowe has hosted the start of finishes of the Tour in previous years

Road closures and parking suspensions will be in place at the Tour of Britain cycling event that comes to a close in Suffolk.

The Lloyds Bank Tour of Britain Men will conclude in East Suffolk on Sunday, following a 98.5 mile (158.5km) battle between Lowestoft and Felixstowe.

The event starts on Tuesday in the Scottish Borders with the final stage of the six-day race including three intermediate sprints at Beccles, Aldeburgh and Grundisburgh.

East Suffolk Council and Felixstowe ward councillor, Seamus Bennett, thanked residents ahead of the disruption on the roads.

Houses and businesses along the route of the event have seen letters delivered to them about road closures and parking suspensions.

The council said that signs had also been put in place where on-street parking restrictions will apply for the event.

Cones that indicate cars cannot wait in the space will be put in position on Saturday, while residents and visitors will be asked to remove their vehicles from these areas before restrictions apply.

Restrictions and cones will be removed as soon as possible after the race, the council added.

On both days over the weekend, all short stay car parks in Felixstowe will become long stay and all day parking will be available to help those residents impacted.

During the grand finale of the six-day contest, three intermediate sprints will thrill crowds at Beccles, Aldeburgh, and Grundisburgh

"The Tour of Britain Men is the biggest professional cycling race in the country, and we have worked hard to secure the return of the event to East Suffolk," Mr Bennett said.

"We do understand that the temporary road closures and parking suspensions are likely to be inconvenient for residents.

"However, these restrictions are for a short time and are essential to ensure the safety of the riders and all those who come out to enjoy this major international sporting event.

"I would like to thank residents for their understanding and support."