Welcome to the York Rally
Many thanks to all who took part in the 2018 York Rally! We’re delighted to have run another safe and enjoyable event. Some first images and video are now online here.
Planning for 2019 has already started. The now confirmed dates for the York Rally 2019 weekend are 22-23 June 2019.
The York Rally is a friendly family cycling event on York’s Knavesmire which has been held almost every year since 1945. Whether you cycle already or not, please do come along, bring the family and have a go! Entry, parking and almost all activities are free!
The York Rally is also famous as the UK’s historic gathering for cycle tourers, grass-roots racers and vintage cycle experts – and many more enthusiastic and friendly people who just love cycling and are happy to share their passion.
There’s camping on site for the many visitors who stay for the whole weekend – book early for the lowest prices! And since our new all-volunteer team revived the Rally in 2015, many Rally-goers have joined our supporters’ club, the Friends of York Rally.
We look forward to seeing you there in June!
Your all-volunteer York Rally organising team
Camp
Camping at the 2015 York Rally. Photo: Mike Handley
Join hundreds of families in tents, caravans and motorhomes on the York Rally campsite – a great value stay on the Knavesmire in York, with a quiet, family atmosphere. Reduced price earlybird campsite bookings are open now– the earlier you book, the lower the price!
Cycle
Out on a ride, at the 2015 York Rally: Photo Bob MacQueen
Whether you cycle yourself or not you’re very welcome at the Rally!
- Bring the kids and join one of our family friendly, traffic free led rides
- Or if you’re a more confident cyclist, join a classic touring ride
- The York Rally is proud to host the British Schools Cycling National Grasstrack Championships: see hundreds of kids race on Saturday, and find out how yours can join in!
- Watch as Yorkshire Cyclo-Cross stage a spectacular day of racing on the Sunday, with hundreds of athletes competing on the Grasstrack Arena.
Shop
The 2017 Saddlebag Sale cycle jumble. Photo: Peter Eland
There are cycling bargains galore to be had at the Rally!
- Visit the trade show to see the latest bikes and e-bikes, and specialist cycling suppliers
- Buy or sell at the Auction Sale
- Pick up a bargain at our cycle jumble, which at the York Rally is traditionally known as the Saddlebag Sale
- Remember your Rally with York Rally merchandise
Learn
Vintage cycle displays, with expert enthusiasts on hand to explain, were a highlight of the 2015 York Rally: Photo Liz O’Sullivan
- Talks cover everything from adventures by bike to cycling politics!
- Club stands where enthusiasts share their passion for cutting edge speedbikes, off-highway riding and more.
- Historic cycle displays where experts can explain the glorious history of cycling – with their amazing collections.
Enjoy
The Pretend Stage perform at the York Rally 2016. Photo: Peter Eland
- Live music & performances including legendary folk group The Foresters on Saturday night, and rock and roll band The Sonics during the day.
- Food for all tastes, including veggie
- Real coffee, and a reasonably priced real ale bar!
- Free parking
- Disabled parking, fully accessible site
Contribute
Volunteers check in campers at the 216 York Rally. Photo: Peter Eland
- Volunteer and be part of a great team making the Rally happen!
- Friends of York Rally is our supporters’ club
- Ride our fundraising Sportive in April 2019!
- Join the organising committee to help shape future events
- Sponsorship opportunities – raise your profile with the Rally!
- Contact us to find out more
Racing in the Eleconline Summer Series of the Yorkshire Cyclo-cross Association at the 2016 York Rally. Photo: Peter Eland