Join Davina on a ride through Sussex
Ride for a reason and join our celebrity ambassador and TV presenter Davina McCall on this bike ride raising funds for sick babies and children. Davina will be there in person to set you off on your way, and then she will ride the route to try to catch you up! You might just manage to catch her at one of the well-stocked rest stops or at the hearty BBQ lunch served at the finish line which is in the grounds of the beautiful East Sussex National Hotel.
Davina’s Big Sussex Bike Ride offers something for every level of rider : New to cycling? Then sign up for the Cool 21-mile route or why not try a slightly more challenging classic 40-mile route. For those more experienced riders we offer the Champion route at 68 miles.
The Big Sussex Bike Ride is designed and run by Action Medical Research and you'll be raising money to fund the next medical breakthrough that will save and change little lives.
Brilliant organisation, superb signage along the well thought out and beautiful route. The volunteers deserve lots of praise because without their help, cakes, jelly babies and other essential food we would not have got round. Many many thanks.
route detail

Cool Route
21 Miles - £30.00
Registration: 08:30-09.00
Start Time: 09.00- 09.15

Classic Route
40 Miles - £40.00
Registration: 08:00-08:45am
Start Time: 08:30-09:00am

Champion Route
68 Miles - £40.00
Registration: 07:30-08:00am
Start Time: 08:00-08:30am
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Key Information
- Date: Sunday 13 June 2021
- Location: East Sussex National Golf Club, Uckfield
- Cool 21 Miles: £30.00
- Classic 40 Miles: £40.00
- Champion 68 Miles: £40.00
Event Includes
- Chip timing
- Route options
- Circular route
- Feed stations
- Mechanical support
- Full signage
- Medal
- Emergency cover
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need insurance?
We recommend that you have appropriate cover for you and your bike.
Are spare parts available for my bike?
Yes, for most common bikes. Spares are chargeable.
What happens if I get lost or get into difficulties on the day?
On the day you will be given a contact number for our ride control, who will help with any issues.
How long do I have to complete the ride and what happens if I can't complete the distance?
The ride closes at 6.00pm. Very slow riders may be picked up and moved on.
Do I need to wear a cycle helmet?
You must wear a cycle helmet to take part.
How old do I need to be to take part?
You must be at least 16 on the day of the event to take part; if you are under 18 you must be accompanied by an adult.
Are the roads closed for this ride and is it on-road or off-road?
No, roads are not closed. The route is all on-road - there is no off-road at all.
What do I need to bring?
Every rider will be sent a rider manual one week before the ride - this will tell you all you need to know about the ride. The rider manual will also appear on the website.
What facilities are available?
Changing facilities are available. Belongings/valuables should be locked in your car or carried with you. There are well-stocked refreshment stops along the routes. Hot food and drinks will be available at the Finish.
What are the timings for the day?
REGISTRATION:
- Champion: 7:30 - 8:00
- Classic: 8:00 - 8:45
- Cool: 8:30 - 9:00.
START TIMES:
- Champion: 8:00
- Classic: 8:30 - 8:45
- Cool: 8:45 - 9:00.
RIDE CLOSE 6.00pm
Is there parking available?
Yes, there is parking on the day at the course.
I want to buy this as a gift?
What a lovely treat! When you buy as a gift you are entering the same registration process as normal. However, once you have chosen the route/distance then you'll be prompted to answer, 'who is this registration for?' Please select 'someone else...'
The email address you input here will be the email to receive all event correspondence. So you may want to choose to use a different email address, if you want to keep your gift secret.
After you have paid you will received a confirmation of the event entry (to the email address you entered as above) so you can gift this to your rider.
I’ve had the pleasure of being involved with quite a few Action events now and I love the fact that you can sign up to one of Action’s Ride100 events and know that – as well as having a great time and challenging yourself – you’ll also be helping to save tiny lives.
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