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@Dammit FWIW I have the same 2.25/2.4" Ardent combo as you on one bike, and a 2.35/2.6" Nobby Nic on another. The Nic seems to give better straightline grip ( climbing/descending ) than the Ardent, whereas I trust the Ardent a little more when cornering; on the front, at least
If you intend to ride more 'aggressively' then a Maxxis Highroller or Schwalbe Hans Dampf as a front tyre would likely give you some extra confidence. Moar grip = moar drag though. There's no getting around that
I have no idea about Swinley, but your current tyres will do fine on the North Downs/Surrey Hills until Autumn