A Landmark Year for the You’ve Been Nabbed Rally
The You’ve Been Nabbed Rally 2023 marked a historic milestone as the 30th and final greenfield edition of this iconic NABD event.
Held at the Royal Cheshire Showground in early May 2023, the rally attracted approximately 3,000 attendees for a weekend of motorcycles, live entertainment and community spirit.
A Grand Send-Off at Royal Cheshire Showground
The You’ve Been Nabbed Rally 2023 delivered everything supporters have come to expect over three decades.
Visitors enjoyed:
- Live music performances
- Stand-up comedy acts
- Trade stands and exhibitors
- A celebrated custom bike show
The atmosphere reflected both celebration and reflection. Riders and supporters gathered not only to enjoy the event but also to honour its long-standing role in supporting disabled bikers.
Evolution, Not an Ending
Although the You’ve Been Nabbed Rally 2023 was the final rally in its traditional greenfield format, the NABD confirmed that the spirit of the event will continue in new and evolving forms.
Over 30 years, the rally has raised substantial funds for adaptation grants and specialist support for disabled riders across the UK.
The final edition demonstrated just how strong and committed the community remains.
A Legacy of Support
For three decades, the You’ve Been Nabbed Rally has been more than a motorcycle gathering. It has been a fundraising engine, a social hub and a symbol of inclusion within the motorcycling world.
The 2023 event provided a fitting and memorable send-off to the original format, while signalling a new chapter for NABD fundraising initiatives.
The legacy of the rally continues through the riders, volunteers and supporters who made it one of the most recognised charity motorcycle events in the UK.

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