Join in the legendary 55-mile London to Brighton Cycle for Joe’s Buddy Line!

Starting in the heart of London and finishing on the scenic Brighton Seafront, this 55-mile cycle ride is ideal for riders of all abilities. If you’re a first-time rider or an experienced team cyclist, we will provide you with all the support you need to have a memorable day out as a Joe’s Buddy Line Supporter.

Distance: 55 miles
Date: Sunday 13 September 2026
Route: Clapham Common – Brighton Seafront via the South Downs
Your pledge to us: Fundraising target £200
Costs: Registration fee: £55

2026 London to Brighton Cycle Charity Places

This is our second year taking part in this iconic ride.

Secure your place on the start line today by registering for one of our charity places.

A registration fee of £55 per rider is payable when you sign up.
You'll need to commit to raising a minimum of £200 in sponsorship (excluding Gift Aid).
A lead organiser can book up to 20 people in one go using the link below. Please ensure the participants’ names and email addresses are provided.

Riding as a Team

If you’re riding as a team and would like all group members to be allocated the same start time please email: info@joesbuddyline.org and we will send your request to the event organisers.

The London to Brighton Cycle Route

Why Joe’s Buddy Line Needs You

Every young person deserves to feel heard, supported, and able to thrive and yet too many struggle in silence. At Joe’s Buddy Line we believe that early conversations about mental health can change the course of a young person’s life.

Founded in 2021 in memory of Joe Lyons, a much-loved Capital Radio producer whose kindness and openness inspired countless others, Joe’s Buddy Line is a UK-registered charity dedicated to improving young people’s mental health and wellbeing in schools and communities through education, prevention, and peer-led support.

We work with primary and secondary schools across England and Wales to build environments where every young person feels safe, connected, and confident to talk about their mental health. Through workshops, assemblies, new initiatives, and whole-school programmes, we embed awareness and resilience within the curriculum and school culture.

Recent prevalence studies show sharp increases in mental health problems among children and young people with 1 in 5 now meeting the threshold for a probable mental health disorder. Schools have become the most consistent setting for identifying, supporting, and preventing these issues.

Our approach focuses on prevention and early intervention, equipping young people, staff, and parents with the understanding, language, and tools they need to nurture positive mental health. By empowering school communities in this way, we help strengthen resilience, reduce stigma, and prevent small worries from becoming crises.

Riding for Joe’s Buddy Line