BRIGHTON AND HOVE BIKE TOUR FIELD GUIDE

Coastal Cliffs, Forest Trails and Timeless Villages: An ebike Loop from Brighton to the Seven Sisters

A 6-hour Drive & Ride Tour that pairs guided sightseeing of East Sussex villages and cliff viewpoints with electric‑mountain‑bike laps in Friston Forest.

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Coastal Cliffs, Forest Trails and Timeless Villages: An ebike Loop from Brighton to the Seven Sisters.

Duration

6 hours

Location

Brighton and Hove

Operator

Cannonball Bikes

Outing Highlights

THE LANDSCAPE

Seven Sisters & Birling Gap

The tour delivers the signature East Sussex coast — sweeping views from the Seven Sisters Country Park and the cliff edges at Birling Gap — offering broad seascapes and stark chalk geometry that frame the ride.

THE RIDE

eMTB laps in Friston Forest

After the coastal sightseeing, the route drops into Friston Forest for electric‑mountain‑bike fun on the area’s varied trails — a contrasting, wooded playground to the cliffside panoramas.

THE ROUTE

Historic villages and flexible truck transport

The experience balances relaxed village stops in places like Alfriston and Jevington with the practical advantage of being driven between sites — ebikes are carried on the truck, allowing the itinerary to move efficiently across differing terrain.

What the day feels like

Over roughly six hours the day alternates short scenic drives with on‑bike sections: windows‑open runs past villages, brief climbs or walks to cliff viewpoints, then the focused, physical fun of eMTB trails in Friston Forest — all orchestrated so riders can relax during transfers while still getting concentrated time on the bikes.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this tour suits and where to exercise caution.

Active day‑trippersGood for riders who want a compact, six‑hour outing that mixes sightseeing with on‑trail eMTB time and minimal logistics to manage.

Mountain‑bike enthusiastsAppeals to riders seeking forest singletrack and the assist of electric mountain bikes to extend range and fun in Friston Forest.

Sightseers & photographersIdeal for those who value coastal panoramas and historic village character, with built‑in drives that allow relaxed stops at Birling Gap and the Seven Sisters.

Families and mixed‑ability groupsThe use of a vehicle to move between sites and eBike assistance can make the day accessible for mixed groups, though no formal age or health limits were specified in the supplied information.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & Duration

The full Drive & Ride experience runs approximately six hours.

What to Bring

Expect to ride electric mountain bikes; bring outdoor clothing suited to coastal and forest conditions and any personal cycling gear you prefer.

Logistics & Transport

The operation uses a truck to move participants and ebikes between villages, cliff viewpoints and the forest, allowing flexible access to sites without long on‑road transfers between trail sections.

Booking Notice

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Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is the tour?

The Drive & Ride Tour is approximately 6 hours in duration.

What places do we visit?

The itinerary includes East Sussex villages such as Alfriston and Jevington, coastal viewpoints at Birling Gap and the Seven Sisters Country Park, and riding in Friston Forest.

What type of biking is involved?

The day features electric‑mountain‑bike (eMTB) riding on forest trails in Friston Forest combined with shorter on‑bike sections around the local area.

How are we transported between stops?

Participants are driven between stops in a truck that carries the ebikes onboard, providing flexibility to move across sites.

Who operates this experience?

The tour is operated by Cannonball Bikes.