Has anyone done this before, any advice from anyone?
Yes. Enjoy it…don’t bother racing and just enjoy the atmosphere of cycling with so many other people
Is transport getting home a nightmare?
Trains won’t take bikes so it can be…get a lift back
Is all the ride on tarmac?
Yes
Are there any killer uphill sections?
Ditchling Beacon is the worse but part of the problem is cycling around all the walkers
How long should it take a reasonably fit cyclist?
Never really timed myself…6 hours lesurely with a nice lunch stop
Are silly costumes obligatory?
No
Thanks
You’re welcome