Boldly bursting onto your 2026 calendars!
It's the fantastic return of the Greater Haywards Heath Bike Ride. Bring the family & join the fun!

   Sunday 06 September, 09:00
   Haywards Heath, West Sussex
   119k, 78k, 33k & 20k
   Road, Undulating

Overview
The Haywards Heath Bike Ride was founded in 2010 with the aim of celebrating the local area whilst raising funds for local charities. There are four different routes, offering options for riders of all abilities and ambitions. The event celebrates the Haywards Heath community, offers a warm welcome to all and enjoys friendly, family vibes. It also benefits from some wonderful local support from community groups and spectators who come out to cheer our bike riders to the finish! A truly fun family day for everyone!

Riding for a cause
The Haywards Heath Bike Ride supports two fantastic local charities: 
Crawley Open House... provides support and services for those suffering the effects of homelessness, unemployment, lonliness, discrimination or other forms of social exclusion. Their support is available to anyone in need. Each night Crawley Open House is "home" for 60 people who otherwise would have nowhere else to stay. Their help extends to resettling residents into pemanent accommodation, running employability & life-skills classes, running a drop-in day centre offering practical & emotional support, handing out emergency food parcels and much, much more. 
Kangaroos... supports children, teenagers and adults with severe learning disabilities including those with mobility issues, epilepsy, autism, challenging behaviour and complex medical needs. They also have family and sibling programmes to provide respite and support for those with a disabled family member. 


Route Information
View and download detailed route maps:

Sweeping Valleys (Black Route)
Distance: 119k
A Sportif style route for serious cyclists
View the course here

The Highwayman Ride (Red Route)
Distance: 78k
A testing route for experienced cyclists who want to be home for lunch or for less experience cyclists looking for a challenge.
View the course here

The Cavalier Ride (Blue Route)
Distance: 33k
A comfortable route for experienced families and those in a hurry.
View the course here

The Sergison Ride (Green Route)
Distance: 20k
A short route for families, beginners and those who want an early bath!
View the course here


Race Highlights
•    Family friendly
•    Community event
•    Scenic countryside 

What’s Included
•    Medal
•    Chip timing

Don't forget...
•    Your safety is paramount... no helmet, no ride!
•    Riders under the age of 18 will need their parents/guardian to sign a Parental Consent Form

On-the-Day Entry Fee (subject to availability)
•    Sweeping Valleys: £30
•    The Highwayman Ride: £30
•    The Cavalier Ride: £15
•    The Sergison Ride: £15
•    Family Tickets: £30 (available on The Cavalier & The Sergison)

Event information will be sent out to all registered entrants prior to race day
Credit: Jeremy Landey Photography (2025)