WORLD class cyclists will be returning to Redditch later this year as the men and women's Tour Series comes back to town.

Thousands of people are expected to turn out for the event bringing elite cycling to the heart of the town centre.

Races will take place on the same 1.4-kilometre circuit based around the Church Green West finish area, including the climb of Unicorn Hill on every lap.

Each of the elite races will tackle multiple laps of the spectator friendly town centre circuit, providing a chance for fans to get close to the action.

The race is on May 9.

For more information about the event, visit tourseries.co.uk.

Highlights of the race will be shown afterwards on the ITV hub.

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