Bonfire Bike Train to Lewes 2026

Mass cycle ride from Brighton to Lewes Bonfire, via Sussex University.
A free & fun ride with music, at a gentle pace.
About this Event

Join the annual mass cycle ride from The Level, in central Brighton, to Lewes Bonfire via University of Sussex at Falmer

A free & fun ride with music, at a gentle pace supported by experienced ride marshals. Donations welcome to help support the work of Brighton Bike Hub and fund this and future rides.

Outward ride:

• The Level - Assemble from 5.30pm for a 6:00pm departure
• Moulscoomb Library - 6:15pm
• University of Sussex, Falmer House - Assemble 6:30pm for 6:45pm departure

Return rides (informal):

Departing 11pm & midnight from Lewes Pr*son

Please ensure your bike is road worthy and has lights. Under 16 yrs must be accompanied by an adult.

Please check your bike is in fit condition for the ride - ideally a few days before so you have time to sort out any issues. If you need some help fixing or checking your bike, drop into Brighton Bike Hub between 11am-5pm, Tues-Sat. You also need to have lights - the cycle lane on the way back is unlit. Lights are available to purchase from Brighton Bike Hub.

ALL WELCOME

BIKE HIRE: Bikes are available from Brighton Bike Tours ( www.brightonbiketours.com, 07944 152706 ) at £22 per bike. 10% of proceeds will be donated to Brighton Bike Hub to support the ride

IN THE EVENT OF RAIN the ride will still go ahead unless the conditions are extreme (heavy rain, high winds).

ORGANISED by Brighton Bike Hub with Bike Shack (University of Sussex Student Union society)