Club Formation
Yarm Motorcycling Club was founded in January 1993 by six local biking enthusiasts who wanted a friendly, welcoming place for like‑minded riders to meet. The founding members were Geoff Sadler (Chairman), Ken Smith (Secretary), Burnie Bullock (Treasurer), John Angus (Vice Treasurer), Glyn Jones and Steve Griffiths. Their aim was simple: create a motorcycle club where people could enjoy ride‑outs, share biking knowledge and spend time with fellow motorcyclists.
More than 30 years later, the club has grown significantly but still holds onto those same friendly, inclusive values.
Monthly Club Meetings
We meet on the second Wednesday of every month at The Cleveland Bay in Yarm, and new members are always welcome. There are no membership criteria — you don’t need to live in Yarm, and you don’t even need to own a bike. If you have an interest in motorcycling, whether you ride or simply enjoy talking about bikes, you’ll fit right in.
Sunday Ride‑Outs
During British Summer Time, members meet every Sunday at 10:00am at Conyers School for informal ride‑outs. Destinations are published on the group WhatsApp page a few days before, making these rides relaxed, social and enjoyable for all abilities.
Touring & Travel
Many members take part in annual motorcycle trips across Europe, and the club has a wealth of touring experience for anyone looking to broaden their horizons
Motorcycle Racing Trips
The club has a strong interest in motorcycle racing, with regular group trips to:
- Northern Ireland road racing events
- The Isle of Man TT
- British Superbikes
- World Superbikes
- MotoGP
- Oliver’s Mount road racing at Scarborough.
Charity Support
Yarm Motorcycling Club proudly supports several charities, including The Great North Air Ambulance and Zoe’s Place, working alongside The Boundary 500 Group.
Affiliation
Yarm Motorcycling Club is affiliated with the British Motorcyclists Federation (BMF).
Club Constitution
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Club history
1993
Yarm Motorcycle Club was formed
For months 6 friends had talked about setting up their own local motorcycle club, in the January of 1996 the Yarm Motorcycle Club was officially formed. The original venue used was the Union Arms on Yarm High Street.
1996
New Venue and 1st Scotland tour
Having flourished since forming 2 years earlier the club had out grown the space in the Union Arms. The Cleveland Bay public house became the clubs new venue and it's where we still meet today.
The first Scotland tour also happened this year and members now arrange trips far and wide, from the UK to Europe and as far as Poland.
1997
Oliver's Mount weekend
Over 30 members headed over to Scarborough for the weekend staying at the Cumberland Hotel. It turned out to be a great social event coupled with some great racing at Oliver's Mount.
2002
Geoff Sadler's charity ride to Sakhalin
The founding chairman (Geoff Sadler) left the club to work abroad. 2002 saw Geoff and several of his work colleagues undertake an epic motorcycle ride to the east coast of Russia (Sakhalin) to raise money for an orphanage.
2003
John 'O' Groats to Lands End in 24 hours
One of the first charity rides saw 7 members attempt to ride from John 'O' Groats to Lands End in 24 hours to raise money for an infant's school in Eaglescliffe, they managed to complete the route in just 19 hours.
2007
The club got involved with the Boundary 500
Club members assisted Brian Laverick setting up the field at Lord Stones Cafe for a stage of the Boundary 500. Members also took part in the 500 mile event which raised money for Zoe's Place.
It was also the year the club decided to create their first website.
2012
New website launched
Having been well received by the club Allan Wren took the website to the next level, redesigning it and moving to it's own domain name.
2018
Jack Fowler becomes 1st sponsored racer by club
Local racer from Ingleby Barwick Jack Fowler brought has bike and dad Neil (who was also a racer back in the 80's) to the club to give a presentation. Following this the club now sponsors him in his racing endevours.