Sun 14 Sep 2025 London, UK Entries closed

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.

  • Sun 14 Sep 2025
  • Entries closed
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

  • Newcomers
  • Teams

Location

  • Coast
  • Rural
  • Toilets
  • Urban

Route

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

What's included

  • Medal
  • Training plan

Entries

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

Other London events

Other UK events

4 steps to wellbeing
Sleep well

A good night's sleep is an essential foundation for a healthy lifestyle, effective training and weight control.

Train slow

Low-intensity training is easier for you, reduces the risk of injury and helps builds an efficient aerobic system.

Eat natural

Cut out sugar & junk food, reduce carbs, eat natural foods and train your body to burn fat for fuel.

Get outdoors

Fresh air, natural light and reconnecting with nature all help to improve mental and physical wellbeing.