Crowds lined the streets back in July 2014 as some of the world's best cyclists raced across Essex.

The Tour de France made its way across the county on a route heading to London.

The famous race passed through Finchingfield, Wethersfield, Shalford, Great Saling, Rayne and Chelmsford.

We've had a look back in our archives to bring you some pictures from the day.

Sunshine welcomed the dozens of riders who took to the course.

And residents hailed it a success with businesses seeing a huge boost.