The York Cycle Show 2009

Posted by Richard Woods on May 06, 2009

Over 10,000 pedal cyclists from across the UK and beyond, will gather on York’s Racecourse, over the weekend of June 20th & 21st , for the annual York Cycle Show.

At the first York Cycle “Rally” in 1945, a few hundred pedallers gathered in a post-war celebration of cycling. Since then it has grown to become the country’s favourite cycle show, and this year it will celebrate its 65th birthday.
   
In the Trade and Exhibition marquees, the latest bargains in bikes, clothing and accessories will be on sale and display. We still have some spaces available, and traders can find full details on the website.

Arena events will include championship racing, cycle polo, vintage bike displays and demonstrations. The thinkBike stunt show team will be demonstrating their skills four times each day.

Organised social rides will leave the Racecourse on Saturday morning June 23rd, with distances to suit all abilities. For the serious minded, the CTC Ron Kitching Memorial Challenge Ride will take in the stunning scenery of  the North Yorkshire Moors. To register for this Audax ride,  visit www.ctc.org.uk

Cycle Show visitors can join the thrill and challenge of bidding for a bargain bike in the Auction sale. Or visit the saddlebag sale - our version of a car boot sale - for those elusive bike bits. A series of Junior cycle challenge events, plus local entertainers will be on hand, for younger visitors.

On Sunday June 21st, an 0900 cyclists’ service in York Minster will be followed at 0945, by a Grand Parade of some 1,000 cyclists, returning to the Racecourse, via the city centre.
 
Admission to most of the Show is free. Adult entry to the trade area will be by £2.50 event Programme (accompanied under 16’s free).   

Camping and caravan pitches are available at the Racecourse, over the weekend. Elsan disposal, water, showers, no hook ups.  

On-site catering is available from Friday evening until Sunday afternoon.