2026 The Big Half
Sun, Sep 6, 2026
London, London
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Join thousands of other participants in this spectacular half-marathon event that celebrates the diversity of London and the communities of the four boroughs the route passes through: Tower Hamlets, Southwark, Lewisham, and Greenwich. Experience a Finish Line like no other - next to the iconic Cutty Sark ship.
The Big Half
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Sun, Sep 6, 2026
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London, United Kingdom
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Location
London, UK
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The Big Half
Event summary
Here are the distances available for 2026 The Big Half
The Big Half
13.1mi
£15 - £20
The Big Half
13.1mi
£15 - £20
Route information
The Big Half
The course starts by Tower Bridge, taking in Canary Wharf, Wapping, Bermondsey, Rotherhithe, and Deptford before finishing next to the Cutty Sark ship in Greenwich.
What's included
- Finisher's Medal (optional)
- Finisher's T-Shirt (optional)
- Fully marshalled course
- Bag drop (bags will be transported to the finish)
- Water stations
- Aid stations
- Chip-timed event
Hospitality Entry - General entry with Finish Line Hospitality
A unique opportunity to celebrate completing The Big Half in a private space on the Cutty Sark. Soak up the Finish Line atmosphere from the top deck viewing area as you refuel with complimentary pasta salad and soft drinks. Your kitbag will be waiting for you in this exclusive area, and you’ll have the chance to explore the historic sailing ship.
How to get there
London, UK
Get full directionsBy Public Transport
Participants are asked to use public transport to reach the Start Area. There will be no parking available and some roads will be closed for the event.
The closest stations are Fenchurch Street and Tower Hill (District Line & Docklands Light Railway).
Event day logistics
The Event Day schedule is to be confirmed.
Please note that a Participant Event Guide with full details of everything you need will be emailed to those registered ahead of Event Day.
Age Requirements
Entrants must be 17 on Event Day to enter The Big Half.
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33 Broadwick St, London W1F 0DQ
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