Hove Lawns to Exceat (Enthusiast)

Enthusiast ride: Meet at Hove Lawns on promenade cycle path at the junction with Grand Avenue. At Brighton Pier join cycle path on The Level continuing to Falmer and Lewes. Stop at coffee roasters for refreshment at Cliffe Industrial site. Continue on cycle path via Firle and join road to Bo Peep viewpoint on the South Downs Way. Continuing south eastward. At Alfriston join narrow lanes to lunch at the Cafe, Seven Sisters Country Park, Exceat (27 miles).

18 miles return from the other side of road bridge is off-road and cycle path. I cycled 90% or more, on my Gravel Bike. Thin tyres not recommended. Occasional dismounting bike expected.
Suggest the E-bikers monitor your battery levels along the route.
Railway Stations at Seaford, Newhaven and Brighton.
Total 45 miles, Hove Lawns return.

Please ensure that in the interests of safety, your bike is reasonably well maintained. Carry your own spare inner tubes and patches or tubeless paraphernalia to mend punctures, not forgetting a pump. If roadside repairs are not possible you shall be expected to try to arrange your own return home.
All participants are ultimately responsible for their own safety. Road surfaces are variable.
Be visible to traffic, but please be cautious of riding two abreast.
The first aid provisions are no different than if you were out on a ride with friends.