Cyclists fought torrential rain as they arrived in Sunderland, riding through the city and crossing the finish line in the city centre.
Despite the bad weather, crowds turned out in big numbers to cheer on the cyclists and give them a big Wearside welcome.
Here are 18 photos of the Tour of Britain arriving in Sunderland
5. Family fun
Newbottle residents Jiohn and son Henry, 7 prepare to cheer on the Tour of Britain cyclists as they pass through the village. Photo: National World
6. Downpour
Tour of Britain leaders ride through torrentail rain as they climb up Coaley Lane, Newbottle on their way to Sunderland town centre. Photo: National World
7. Newbottle crowds
Crowds at Newbottle take shelter against the rain as they wait the Tour of Britain cyclists. Photo: National World
8. Under cover
A family at Newbottle takes shelter against the rain as they wait the Tour of Britain cyclists. Photo: National World