The annual York World Naked Bike Ride takes place on Saturday 12 June 2026
Location TBC. Previously was:
Starting Point: Was Millennium Bridge, York, YO23 1, United Kingdom
The event left the Fulford side of the Millenium Bridge at 4.15pm and follow a 7-mile route through the city centre and using an off-road cycle track before returning to Millenium Bridge around 5.50pm.
For more info, check our event page when it has been created....
What is the World Naked Bike Ride? It's a global clothing-optional protest against oil dependency and car culture and a celebration of cycling and the power and individuality of our bodies. Basically it's as much fun as you can have on a bike in one day, it's free and in a great cause!
The York ride is easy and upbeat. Riders decorate their bodies and bikes with messages of protest against oil dependency and the destructive effects of car culture.
The ride is strictly clothing-optional, and no one will pressure you to wear more or less than you wish.
We ride come rain or shine, so come prepared for the predicted weather. The ride is free of charge and everyone is welcome to join (but 'minors' must be accompanied by a parent or guardian). Please ensure that your bike is in good working order.
We generally set off in the late afternoon sunshine, looking resplendent in remarkable costumes, body paint, riding our decorated bikes. The route is worked out carefully each year and is different every time. It does always include the city centre and various other landmarks of cycling and culture in York.
The last fifteen rides (2006-2023) have been successful in conveying our messages, as we use the naked aspect as a way to lever in media interest and this enables us to get Press Releases and letters published. The cheering public is generally very supportive, and the North Yorkshire Police are very helpful in providing traffic control at junctions. The rides are fun and liberating, and show that some people are comfortable with their 'ordinary body'.
Ride History: 10 JUN 23, 22 JUN 2019 23 JUN 2018, 25 JUN 2017, 25 JUN 2016, 21 JUN 2015, 20 JUN 2014, 21 JUN 2013, 2 JUN 2012, 4 JUN 2011, 19 JUN 2010, 12 JUN 2009, 7 JUN 2008, 8 JUN 2007, 9 JUN 2006.
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