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Eat With Us

We're famous for our toasties!

With no less than 20 different varietys, we probably offer the largest range of toasties in the UK. With so much choice, it's no wonder our customer keep coming back for more.
But that's not all we offer, also on the menu is a range of baked potatoes, breakfast baps, pancakes, smoothies and ice cream shakes. Not to mention a full range of home baked blondies, brownies and other sweet treats.

Grilled Cheese
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Great Coffee

Savour the Finest Brews

Immerse yourself in the rich aromas and bold flavors of our carefully selected coffee beans. Every sip is an opportunity to elevate your coffee appreciation to new heights.

Explore The Downs

Take in the beautiful scenery on offer

Our cozy cafe welcomes cyclists, hikers, runners, dog walkers, horse riders and anyone else exploring the area. Feel at home as you savour your favourite treats and connect with fellow enthusiasts whilst enjoying the beautiful views of The South Downs.
If you want to see more of the area, then check out these routes that we have put together and are available to view on Strava and to download as GPX files.

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Venue Hire

Book our coffee shop area for FREE

With seating for up 45 people and plenty of standing space, our venue could be ideal for:

  • Committee, club or business meetings

  • Birthday parties

  • Book clubs

  • Festive parties​

  • Club award nights

  • Walking, running or cycling groups

  • Wakes

  • And much more​​

eBike Rental & Tours

Explore The South Downs on an eBike

Discover the beauty of the South Downs with Ride The Downs, our dedicated e-bike rental and guided ride service. Hire one of our quality e-bikes and explore the trails at your own pace, or join one of our friendly, experienced guides and let us show you the best routes, views and hidden gems the Downs have to offer. Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced rider, it’s a fun and unforgettable way to explore this incredible landscape.

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Sunday Trail Runs

Join us every Sunday morning for a friendly, free trail run through the beautiful South Downs. We meet at Cranks Cafe at 8:20am, ready for an 8:30am start, and runners of all abilities are welcome. Choose from 5km, 8km, 10km, 15km, 22km or 28km routes, with something to suit everyone from complete beginners to experienced distance runners.

If it’s your first time, you won’t have to run alone. Our Run Buddy system pairs new runners with one of our friendly regulars, who will guide you around your chosen route. Alternatively, visit our Routes page to find links to each route on Strava and download the corresponding GPX files.

Fancy a challenge? If you can run all the way up to Chanctonbury Ring without stopping or walking, you can claim one of our exclusive “I BEAT THE HILL” T-shirts completely free!

Come along, meet new people and enjoy a brilliant Sunday morning on the trails.

Plan Your Visit

Location

The Bicycle Exchange

North Farm, Wiston Estate

London Road

Washington

West Sussex

RH20 4BB

Tel: 01903 893 220

Opening Hours

Mon: 9am - 2pm

Tue: 8:30am - 4pm

Wed: 8:30am - 1pm

Thu: 8:30am - 4pm

Fri: 8:30am - 4pm
Sat: 9am - 4pm
Sun: 8:30am - 1pm
(Bank Holidays: 10am - 1:30pm)

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