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@Oliver Schick
Have fun, guys. Wish I could join you for the recce. Just to point out again that it isn't my route, but Simon Legg's of the FNRttC. :)
I've now done about six different routes to Brighton and still consider this the best:
http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Brighton-Route-used-on-LFGSS-Brighton-overnight-rides-2009
You may have heard that we didn't get to stop over properly at Gatwick on the night ride. On a day ride, you shouldn't have a problem finding a nice pub somewhere, perhaps in Horley, or shortly after Gatwick. I'd recommend changing the route to avoid Gatwick. You can cross the railway line in Horley and then take the B2036 (but see disclaimer below).
Beware of the A217 bit into Reigate during the daytime (just after you come out of Blackhorse Lane)--a big motorway junction roundabout to cross over. Shouldn't be a problem for experienced riders, but in a mixed-ability group you might want to have some experienced people as outriders. The B2036 Balcombe Road just after Gatwick can attract some serious speeding. The only other bit where it's slightly difficult to thread a large group through is Clapham Common, as the light phase out of The Avenue clashes with that out of Cavendish Road, but I assume you know that area very well.