Essex Afterworkers

Going down Titsey is, indeed, ace.

Total elevation gain means sod all if its a load of smaller climbs (or one gentle 7mi climb with a few short sharp climbs). Its no Cudham-Toys-Ide...and that has less climbing in total.

Practically easier yes, but still 4,500ft of climbing.And is therefore not flat. 4,500ft of climbing is 4,500ft of climbing; easier if you do it gradually but you've still done it!

I like the look of that route anyway, especially how the A roads are mostly later in the evening.