Sun 13 Sep 2026 London, UK

London to Brighton Cycle Ride

Britain's best-known one-day cycle route! Wake up in London, get on your bike and end up on Brighton's pebbly beach plus conquer the mile-long climb of Ditchling Beacon on route.

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  • Sun 13 Sep 2026
Clapham Common, London > Brighton Palace Pier, Brighton
London to Brighton Cycle Ride

06:30

Age 16 & over

£55

  • 55 miles road cycling

Event overview

On this iconic London to Brighton cycle ride, leave the buzz of the city behind and join thousands of your fellow cyclists as you face the challenge of a 55-mile. Journey on two wheels from the heart of London to the buzzing Brighton seafront!

Over 4,000 riders will make their way through the idyllic English countryside putting their legs to the test on Ditchling Beacon before gliding down to Brighton to cross the finish line and celebrate their success. 

No need to be looking at your map – the route is fully sign-posted so that you can keep your eyes on the road and enjoy the beautiful surrounding countryside! It is the perfect challenge for solo riders looking to get in some extra miles, beginner cyclists taking on their first big challenge or corporate groups looking for a team cycle!

Highlights

  • UK's best-known one-day cycle ride

    Ride alongside 4,000+ cyclists for amazing atmosphere and great camaraderie.

  • From capital to coast

    Fully signposted route all the way meaning no navigation required.

  • Free buffet lunch and refreshments

    A supportive event to help you to the finish line including roaming mechanical support.

  • End of summer finale

    Celebrate with a beer on Brighton's beautiful seafront.

Event community

Event details

  • eBike
  • Hybrid bike
  • Mountain bike
  • Newcomers
  • Road bike
  • Tandem
  • Teams

Route

  • First aid
  • Food stations
  • Hilly
  • Marshals
  • Point to point
  • Return transport
  • Staggered starts
  • Toilets
  • Water stations
  • Wave start
  • Way markers

Location

  • Coast
  • Rural
  • Toilets
  • Urban

What's included

  • Medal
  • Training plan

Do it for charity

Looking to do this event for charity? Do it for one of the charities below or see the full list of charities on the London to Brighton Cycle Ride charity places for 2025 page.

Health and Medical

Epilepsy Society

Transforming the lives of people with epilepsy through world-leading research, advocacy and care.

  • Cycling jersey
  • Fundraising support
  • Fundraising materials
  • Training guide
  • Dedicated contact

Sign up
£55

Fundraise
£350

Health and Medical

MS Society

For a world free from the effects of MS.

  • Cycling jersey
  • Fundraising support
  • Fundraising materials
  • Supporter cheer packs
  • Training plan
  • Training guide
  • Dedicated contact

Sign up
£55

Fundraise
£150

Cancer

Macmillan Cancer Support

No one should have to face cancer alone.

  • Cycling jersey
  • Fundraising support
  • Fundraising materials
  • Fundraising incentives
  • Training guide
  • Online training zone
  • Refreshments
  • Free massage

Sign up
£55

Fundraise
£150

How to enter

  • Age 16 & over
  • 4000 places
  • Entries open
  • Charity places
  • Enter online
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