Early Spring or Late Summer? Choosing Your London–Brighton Bike Timing

Rolling from London to Brighton is a classic 55-mile ride with one sting in the tail—Ditchling Beacon. If you’re choosing between early spring and late summer, here’s the short answer: spring offers cooler air for stronger pacing but more rain risk and shorter days; late summer brings long daylight and drier roads but higher heat and busier travel. If comfort and sunlight matter most, pick late summer and start early. If you’re chasing a faster time, spring’s cooler temperatures often win—just prep for wet.