In an unusual measure, cycling fans are being asked to pay to see the twenty two teams competing in this year's Tour De France being unveiled.
The "Meet The Riders" events held before every Tour De France are normally free and regularly attract good crowds to what is a family event, that gives fans a chance to have pictures taken etc with the riders, whilst the media get the chance to conduct all their pre-race interviews.
However, the organisers behind the Grand Depart in Yorkshire have announced that this year's event will see an admission price charged for an event at the Leeds Arena which will feature live entertainment and cycling, but claim that this is a not for profit event.
Tickets go on sale tomorrow (April 25) for the eventb on July 3rd and can be bought by telephone on 0844 248 1585, online via www.firstdirectarena.com or in person at the arena’s Box Office, located in the Trinity Leeds Customer Service Lounge. The Box office is open Monday to Saturday 9am to 8pm, and Sundays 11am-5pm. The box office is located on the first floor, near the Boots Pharmacy and there is no service charge on tickets purchased in person with cash.
All ticket sales online through Eventim are subject to a service charge and a possible handling charge; these amounts are set in relation to the ticket price.
If you have accessible booking needs please call the arena’s accessibility booking line 0844 248 1585 - open 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday.