14 September 2025
Cost to take part:
£27.50
Fundraising pledge:
£200
Distance:
55 miles
Join over 4,000 fellow cyclists for a challenge and a day you’ll never forget with the added bonus of raising money and awareness for a great cause.
Every pound you raise will go towards supporting people with a learning disability and autistic people to live the life they want.
In 2024 we had over 20 riders who raised over £4,500 for Grace Eyre. This year, it’s going to be bigger and better than ever. Get in touch to find out how to be part of it!
Will you take it on?
Suitable for all levels of riders, this picturesque, 55-mile challenge is perfect for solo cyclists as well as groups of family, friends, and colleagues.
So, whether you want the sense of achievement and exhilaration of conquering Ditchling Beacon, or just fancy doing something amazing for charity, then this is the challenge for you.
“It was so great to finish all together in a main pack. That was people’s longest ride and the sense of accomplishment was incredible.”
– Barry from Balfe’s, Team Grace Eyre Cyclist 2024
From Grace Eyre, all riders will receive:
The registration fee covers event support from Skyline Events including:
Sign up to #TeamGraceEyre today and you will enjoy the very best event support, make new friends, embark on a challenge you will never forget, and know that you are doing something amazing for charity.
Click the button below to register, or contact our Fundraising Team at fundraising@grace-eyre.org or on 01273 201 900.
The ride starts at Clapham Common in London.
Once we are out of London we predominantly cycle along quiet country lanes passing through Mitcham, Carshalton, Chipstead, Banstead and Haywards Heath before taking on the challenge that is Ditchling Beacon – a thigh-busting climb to the top of the South Downs where you will be rewarded with amazing views and a water break. There’s also usually an ice cream van!
From here it’s all downhill into Brighton finishing on Madeira Drive where you will be greeted by a team of supporters cheering you across the finish line and celebrating your incredible achievement.
We suggest a minimum £150 sponsorship target per rider.
100% of the money raised will go directly towards helping to transform the lives of people with a learning disability and autistic people.
Our dedicated Fundraising Team will be on hand to support your fundraising efforts throughout.
The London to Brighton Cycle Ride is challenging but achievable.
In order to maximise your enjoyment you do need to train and get out on your bike before the ride!
You will need to be 16 or over but there is no upper age limit.
However, all participants of whatever age should ensure they are fit enough to take part in the event.
If you are in any doubt please check with your doctor.
We recommend you have a well-serviced bike – it doesn’t need to be carbon–framed or anything special but it should be comfortable and well maintained.
As well as your bike it is essential you have a helmet.
It’s up to you whether you carry a bag with you but we recommend this is fixed to your bike (search for ‘bike panniers’ online) rather than worn on your back which can become very tiring.
The route is fully sign-posted so you can keep your eyes on the road and enjoy the wonderful surrounding countryside!
Highly experienced mechanics will be based at all rest stops along the route. You’ll also be given the phone number of mobile mechanics should you need them.
Yes.
Once registered, you will get access to a participant page where you will have all that you need, including:
Yes.
Refreshment stops offering free water will be located at mile 17, mile 30 and at the top of Ditchling Beacon at mile 45.
On arrival into Brighton you will also be given a packed lunch.
We will also have celebratory refreshments at our designated area in charity village.
Yes.
Once you have registered your place you will get access to the official London to Brighton Cycle Facebook group.
It is the place to go if you want to meet other cyclists taking part, find a cycling buddy or training partners in your area or get advice on kit and training from other riders.
Subject to your consent, we will also set up a WhatsApp group so you can chat and meet to all #TeamGraceEyre riders before and on the day.
Setting up a fundraising page is a great way to collect donations from your supporters.
It’s an opportunity for you to tell people about what you’re doing, why you’re doing it, and the huge difference it will make.
The Grace Eyre Foundation are registered with JustGiving and GoFundMe, so you can set up a fundraising page with either of these platforms. The money raised, including any Gift Aid, will come straight to us.
Setting up a fundraising page is relatively straightforward, but if you need help we’ve created step-by-step instructions to guide you through the process.
Once set up, all you need to do is share the link with your friends, family and colleagues so they can make their donations and send you messages of encouragement to spur you on.
