BRIGHTON AND HOVE BIKE TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Downslink Tour: A 6‑hour guided ride from Brighton seafront into the Sussex Downs
A full‑day, guided 50–60 km cycle from central Brighton to Shoreham‑on‑Sea that outlines route, key stops, and practical needs for competent riders.
Downslink Tour: A 6‑hour guided ride from Brighton seafront into the Sussex Downs.
The Downslink Tour is a full‑day guided cycle that leads riders out from central Brighton, follows the seafront to Shoreham‑on‑Sea and then climbs inland along the Adur and the Downslink—an old railway corridor—linking village lanes, riverside stretches and historic sites over a 50–60 km route.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Seafront to former railway — continuous, varied cycling
The ride runs along Brighton’s seafront before following the Downslink cycle path, a repurposed disused railway line, delivering long, mostly direct stretches between towns and villages over the 50–60 km route.
Bramber Castle and riverside towns
Key stops include Shoreham town centre and Bramber Castle, with several picturesque villages punctuating the route where riders dismount to explore and regroup.
A long day best for competent, fit riders
This is a long (50–60 km) full‑day guided tour of about six hours and is intended for reasonably fit, competent adult cyclists rather than casual or inexperienced riders.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
Expect a sustained day of saddle time: a coastal opening leg out of Brighton, a stretch to Shoreham, then inland pedalling along river corridors and the Downslink cycle path with stops at towns, a castle and villages, and a pub stop for lunch (lunch itself is not included).
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this ride suits — and who should skip it.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Full‑day guided tour; duration approximately 6 hours.
Plan for a full day on the bike; the schedule includes a pub lunch stop but lunch is not included in the price.
Departs from central Brighton, follows the seafront to Shoreham‑on‑Sea and continues inland along the Adur and the Downslink cycle path.
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Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Downslink Tour?
The tour is a full‑day guided ride lasting approximately 6 hours.
What distance does the ride cover?
The route covers roughly 50–60 km.
Where does the tour start?
The guided tour departs from central Brighton.
What are the main stops along the way?
Stops include Shoreham town centre, Bramber Castle and several villages, with stretches along the Adur River and the Downslink cycle path.
Is lunch provided?
The itinerary includes a pub lunch stop, but the lunch itself is not included in the tour price.
Who is the tour suitable for?
The tour is intended for adult riders aged 16 and over and is only suitable for reasonably fit, competent cyclists.